THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE GREATER CAPITAL REGION INC
AI Summary
The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region Inc is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking within the Greater Capital Region, having paid a total of $5.3 million in grants to 697 grantees in 2024. This foundation operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Mission Statement
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION'S MISSION IS TO STRENGTHEN THE COMMUNITY THROUGH PHILANTHROPY. THE FOUNDATION DOES THIS IN COLLABORATION WITH DONORS AND COMMUNITY PARTNERS WHO SHARE ITS VISION FOR COMMUNITY TRANSFORMATION THROUGH STEWARDSHIP OF CHARITABLE ENDOWMENTS, SUPERIOR DONOR SERVICES, EFFECTIVE GRANT MAKING, AND LEADERSHIP TO ADDRESS COMMUNITY NEEDS.
Cause Areas
2
Philanthropy
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
BANK OF AMERICA CHARITABLE GIFT FD
$5M
8%
ALBANY LAW SCHOOL
$3M
5%
MUSEUM OF INNOVATION AND SCIENCE
$1.3M
2%
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Total No. of Grants
286
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$10.1K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE GREATER CAPITAL REGION INC?
No. THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE GREATER CAPITAL REGION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE GREATER CAPITAL REGION INC give?
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE GREATER CAPITAL REGION INC primarily gives to organizations located in New York, Virginia, and Ohio. 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 COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE GREATER CAPITAL REGION INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE GREATER CAPITAL REGION INC 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 COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE GREATER CAPITAL REGION INC make each year?
In 2024, THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE GREATER CAPITAL REGION INC awarded about 290 grants, totaling nearly $5.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE GREATER CAPITAL REGION INC fund recently?
In 2024, THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE GREATER CAPITAL REGION INC awarded grants to about 700 grantees. Recent grantees include BANK OF AMERICA CHARITABLE GIFT FD, ALBANY LAW SCHOOL, and MUSEUM OF INNOVATION AND SCIENCE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE GREATER CAPITAL REGION INC?
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE GREATER CAPITAL REGION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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