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The Daro Foundation Inc is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on a relationship-based engagement model, providing funding exclusively through invitation and not accepting unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation paid a total of $407.6K across 28 grantees. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
SCRIPPS HEALTH
San Diego, CA
$420K
35%

THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE LELAND STANFORD JUNIOR UNIVERSITY
REDWOOD CITY, CA
$270.7K
23%

REACH BEYOND DOMESTIC VIOLENCE INC
WALTHAM, MA
$54.1K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
26
Median 1st year grant
$5K
Median 2nd year grant
$3K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE DARO FOUNDATION INC?
No. THE DARO FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE DARO FOUNDATION INC give?
THE DARO FOUNDATION INC primarily gives to organizations located in California, Massachusetts, and Connecticut. 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 DARO FOUNDATION INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE DARO FOUNDATION INC fall in the below $5,000 range. The median first-year grant is about $5,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE DARO FOUNDATION INC make each year?
In 2024, THE DARO FOUNDATION INC awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $408 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE DARO FOUNDATION INC fund recently?
In 2024, THE DARO FOUNDATION INC awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include SCRIPPS HEALTH, THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE LELAND STANFORD JUNIOR UNIVERSITY, and REACH BEYOND DOMESTIC VIOLENCE INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE DARO FOUNDATION INC?
THE DARO FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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