AMERICAN FRIENDS OF OUR ARMED FORCES WALT VANBENTHYSEN
AI Summary
American Friends of Our Armed Forces Walt VanBenthyusen is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives benefiting armed forces personnel and their families. In 2024, the foundation paid out a total of $438.6K across 11 grantees, operating on a relationship-based model that requires invitations for engagement. Notably, this organization does not accept unsolicited proposals; however, nonprofits can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL, EMOTIONAL AND SOCIAL ASSISTANCE TO AMERICA'S MILITARY MEN AND WOMEN SERVING OVERSEAS AND THEIR FAMILIES REMAINING AT HOME.
Cause Areas
2
Public/private ventures
Military & Veterans Organizations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
ARMED SERVICES YMCA OF THE USA
TWENTYNIN PLM, CA
$267.5K
9%
SEMPER FI & AMERICA'S FUND
Oceanside, CA
$165K
5%
Military Showers of Support Inc
North Tustin, CA
$157K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
8
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$7.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to AMERICAN FRIENDS OF OUR ARMED FORCES WALT VANBENTHYSEN?
No. AMERICAN FRIENDS OF OUR ARMED FORCES WALT VANBENTHYSEN does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does AMERICAN FRIENDS OF OUR ARMED FORCES WALT VANBENTHYSEN give?
AMERICAN FRIENDS OF OUR ARMED FORCES WALT VANBENTHYSEN primarily gives to organizations located in Virginia and California. 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 AMERICAN FRIENDS OF OUR ARMED FORCES WALT VANBENTHYSEN’s grants?
The largest share of grants from AMERICAN FRIENDS OF OUR ARMED FORCES WALT VANBENTHYSEN fall in the $25 thousand to $50 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 AMERICAN FRIENDS OF OUR ARMED FORCES WALT VANBENTHYSEN make each year?
In 2024, AMERICAN FRIENDS OF OUR ARMED FORCES WALT VANBENTHYSEN awarded about 8 grants, totaling nearly $439 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did AMERICAN FRIENDS OF OUR ARMED FORCES WALT VANBENTHYSEN fund recently?
In 2024, AMERICAN FRIENDS OF OUR ARMED FORCES WALT VANBENTHYSEN awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include ARMED SERVICES YMCA OF THE USA, SEMPER FI & AMERICA'S FUND, and Military Showers of Support Inc. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to AMERICAN FRIENDS OF OUR ARMED FORCES WALT VANBENTHYSEN?
AMERICAN FRIENDS OF OUR ARMED FORCES WALT VANBENTHYSEN does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.