Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
AI Summary
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking within its established networks, having paid a total of $8.5 million in grants to 84 grantees in 2024. The foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants solely by invitation. Nonprofits interested in engaging with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
Rensselaer educates the leaders of tomorrow for technologically based careers. We celebrate discovery and the responsible application of technology to create knowledge and global prosperity.
Cause Areas
1
University education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
The Research Foundation for The State University of New York
$3.2M
7%
Albany Medical College
$2.5M
5%
THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS
$2.4M
5%
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Total No. of Grants
67
Median 1st year grant
$44.1K
Median 2nd year grant
$56.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute?
No. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute give?
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute primarily gives to organizations located in New York, Massachusetts, and Illinois. 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 Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $44 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute make each year?
In 2024, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute awarded about 70 grants, totaling nearly $8.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute fund recently?
In 2024, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute awarded grants to about 80 grantees. Recent grantees include The Research Foundation for The State University of New York, Albany Medical College, and THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute?
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.