A BETTER LA
AI Summary
A Better LA is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that has committed a total of $1.3 million in grants since its inception in 2014, supporting six grantees. This funder operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with A Better LA can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
OUR MISSION IS TO TRANSFORM INNER-CITY COMMUNITIES BY EMPOWERING PEOPLE FROM WITHIN THE COMMUNITY TO BE THE CHANGE THEY ENVISION.
Cause Areas
2
Human rights
Human services
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE BUILD PROGRAM
Los Angeles, CA
$500.1K
39%
PEOPLE FOR COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT
Gardena, CA
$304.4K
24%
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA CROSSROADS
Downey, CA
$218K
17%
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Total No. of Grants
6
Median 1st year grant
$177.8K
Median 2nd year grant
N/A
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to A BETTER LA?
No. A BETTER LA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does A BETTER LA give?
A BETTER LA primarily gives to organizations located in 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 A BETTER LA’s grants?
The largest share of grants from A BETTER LA fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $178 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does A BETTER LA make each year?
In 2014, A BETTER LA awarded about 6 grants, totaling nearly $1.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did A BETTER LA fund recently?
In 2014, A BETTER LA awarded grants to about 6 grantees. Recent grantees include THE BUILD PROGRAM, PEOPLE FOR COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT, and SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA CROSSROADS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to A BETTER LA?
A BETTER LA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.