HEISMAN TROPHY TRUST
New York, NY, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
13-7052079
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Private Operating Foundation
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
New York, NY, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
13-7052079
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Private Operating Foundation
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
AI Summary
The Heisman Trophy Trust is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. In 2024, the Trust awarded a total of $2.5 million across 161 grantees, but it does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Cause Areas
1
Education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

The New York Community Trust
New York, NY
$12.9M
59%
COMMUNITY FUNDS INC
NEW YORK, NY
$1.2M
6%
DONORSCHOOSEORG
New York, NY
$389.1K
2%
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Total No. of Grants
36
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$15K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to HEISMAN TROPHY TRUST?
No. HEISMAN TROPHY TRUST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does HEISMAN TROPHY TRUST give?
HEISMAN TROPHY TRUST primarily gives to organizations located in New York, Minnesota, and Florida. 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 HEISMAN TROPHY TRUST’s grants?
The largest share of grants from HEISMAN TROPHY TRUST fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does HEISMAN TROPHY TRUST make each year?
In 2024, HEISMAN TROPHY TRUST awarded about 40 grants, totaling nearly $2.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did HEISMAN TROPHY TRUST fund recently?
In 2024, HEISMAN TROPHY TRUST awarded grants to about 160 grantees. Recent grantees include The New York Community Trust, COMMUNITY FUNDS INC, and DONORSCHOOSEORG. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to HEISMAN TROPHY TRUST?
HEISMAN TROPHY TRUST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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