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The ALISON FOUNDATION is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on fostering relationships with its grantees, providing a total of $1.8 million in grants to 11 nonprofit organizations in 2024. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on an invitation-only basis for grant engagement. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
ST JOHN'S COLLEGE
$9.5M
66%
UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER
$1.8M
12%
GEORGE EASTMAN MUSEUM
$1.5M
10%
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Total No. of Grants
7
Median 1st year grant
$60.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$175K
Top 3 Grants
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to ALISON FOUNDATION?
No. ALISON FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does ALISON FOUNDATION give?
ALISON FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Maryland, New York, and South Carolina. 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 ALISON FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from ALISON FOUNDATION fall in the $250 thousand to $500 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $61 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does ALISON FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, ALISON FOUNDATION awarded about 7 grants, totaling nearly $1.8 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did ALISON FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, ALISON FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include ST JOHN'S COLLEGE, UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER, and GEORGE EASTMAN MUSEUM. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to ALISON FOUNDATION?
ALISON FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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