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Organization Type

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AI Summary

The Weasel Fund, a 501(c)(3) organization, focuses on grantmaking through a relationship-based approach and operates on an invitation-only basis, meaning it does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in securing funding can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting. In 2024, the fund distributed a total of $301K across 31 grantees.

Total Funding Given
$301K
2024
Grantees funded
31
Multi-year grantees
77%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
21
Median 1st year grant
$5K
Median 2nd year grant
$6.3K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
R
Robert B Shapiro
Board Member
V
Virginia R Farley
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE WEASEL FUND C/O VIRGINIA R FARLEY?
No. THE WEASEL FUND C/O VIRGINIA R FARLEY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE WEASEL FUND C/O VIRGINIA R FARLEY give?
THE WEASEL FUND C/O VIRGINIA R FARLEY primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, New York, 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 THE WEASEL FUND C/O VIRGINIA R FARLEY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE WEASEL FUND C/O VIRGINIA R FARLEY fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $5,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE WEASEL FUND C/O VIRGINIA R FARLEY make each year?
In 2024, THE WEASEL FUND C/O VIRGINIA R FARLEY awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $301 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE WEASEL FUND C/O VIRGINIA R FARLEY fund recently?
In 2024, THE WEASEL FUND C/O VIRGINIA R FARLEY awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include DONALD DANFORTH PLANT SCIENCE CENTER, GREATER CHICAGO FOOD DEPOSITORY, and PLANNED PARENTHOOD FEDERATION OF AMERICA INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE WEASEL FUND C/O VIRGINIA R FARLEY?
THE WEASEL FUND C/O VIRGINIA R FARLEY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.