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The Neis Family Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding, making grants by invitation only. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, emphasizing the importance of established connections in its grantmaking process. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
HELPING HANDS OUTLET STORE & MISSION CENTER
DUTTON, AL
$49.2K
15%
NEW ENGLAND SOCIETY IN THE CITY OF NEW YORK
New York, NY
$15K
5%
HOTCHKISS LIBRARY OF SHARON INC
Sharon, CT
$10K
3%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE NEIS FAMILY FOUNDATION?
No. THE NEIS FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE NEIS FAMILY FOUNDATION give?
THE NEIS FAMILY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in New York, Connecticut, and Alabama. 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 NEIS FAMILY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE NEIS FAMILY FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $3,500. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE NEIS FAMILY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2025, THE NEIS FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $55 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE NEIS FAMILY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, THE NEIS FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 6 grantees. Recent grantees include HELPING HANDS OUTLET STORE & MISSION CENTER, NEW ENGLAND SOCIETY IN THE CITY OF NEW YORK, and HOTCHKISS LIBRARY OF SHARON INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE NEIS FAMILY FOUNDATION?
THE NEIS FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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