CHARLEY'S FUND INC

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Charley's Fund Inc is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives primarily in Massachusetts and Missouri. The foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with Charley's Fund can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO ACCELERATE THE DEVELOPMENT OF LIFE-SAVING TREATMENTS FOR DUCHENNE MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY "DMD"
Cause Areas
3
Muscular dystrophy
Dental care
Nerve, Muscle & Bone Diseases Research
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
UMASS MEDICAL SCHOOL FOUNDATION INC
$5.9M
51%

THE JACKSON LABORATORY
$34.7K
< 1%
THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI - COLUMBIA MEDICAL SCHOOL FOUNDATION INC
$20K
< 1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to CHARLEY'S FUND INC?
No. CHARLEY'S FUND INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does CHARLEY'S FUND INC give?
CHARLEY'S FUND INC primarily gives to organizations located in Massachusetts and Missouri. 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 CHARLEY'S FUND INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from CHARLEY'S FUND INC fall in the $250 thousand to $500 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $27 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does CHARLEY'S FUND INC make each year?
In 2024, CHARLEY'S FUND INC awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $422 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did CHARLEY'S FUND INC fund recently?
In 2024, CHARLEY'S FUND INC awarded grants to about 4 grantees. Recent grantees include UMASS MEDICAL SCHOOL FOUNDATION INC, THE JACKSON LABORATORY, and THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI - COLUMBIA MEDICAL SCHOOL FOUNDATION INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to CHARLEY'S FUND INC?
CHARLEY'S FUND INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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