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The Karsh Family Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach. With total grants paid amounting to $38.3 million in 2024 and a diverse portfolio of 272 grantees, the foundation 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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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

DUKE UNIVERSITY
Durham, NC
$32.9M
14%

UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA LAW SCHOOL FOUNDATION
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA
$25.7M
11%

KIPP FOUNDATION
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
$23.2M
10%
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Total No. of Grants
91
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE KARSH FAMILY FOUNDATION?
No. THE KARSH FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE KARSH FAMILY FOUNDATION give?
THE KARSH FAMILY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California, Virginia, and District Of Columbia. 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 KARSH FAMILY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE KARSH FAMILY FOUNDATION 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 THE KARSH FAMILY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE KARSH FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded about 90 grants, totaling nearly $38.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE KARSH FAMILY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE KARSH FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 270 grantees. Recent grantees include DUKE UNIVERSITY, UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA LAW SCHOOL FOUNDATION, and KIPP FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE KARSH FAMILY FOUNDATION?
THE KARSH FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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