Cause Areas
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Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

The Musical Arts Association
$575K
11%
THE MOUNT VERNON LADIES' ASSOCIATION OF THE UNION
$500K
10%
DECORATIVE ARTS CENTER OF OHIO
$413.8K
8%
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Total No. of Grants
41
Median 1st year grant
$20K
Median 2nd year grant
$17.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE PAYNE FUND?
No. THE PAYNE FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE PAYNE FUND give?
THE PAYNE FUND primarily gives to organizations located in Ohio, Virginia, and North Carolina. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE PAYNE FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE PAYNE FUND fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $20 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE PAYNE FUND make each year?
In 2024, THE PAYNE FUND awarded about 40 grants, totaling nearly $843 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE PAYNE FUND fund recently?
In 2024, THE PAYNE FUND awarded grants to about 40 grantees. Recent grantees include The Musical Arts Association, THE MOUNT VERNON LADIES' ASSOCIATION OF THE UNION, and DECORATIVE ARTS CENTER OF OHIO. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE PAYNE FUND?
THE PAYNE FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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