PALO ALTO INSTITUTE
San Mateo, CA, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
20-2643367
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
San Mateo, CA, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
20-2643367
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
AI Summary
The Palo Alto Institute is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on grantmaking in the areas of foundations and communication media. In 2019, the institute awarded a total of $1.5K across nine grantees. The organization is currently open for unsolicited proposals, and prospective applicants are encouraged to review the 'How to Apply' section of their profile page to determine fit.
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Cause Areas
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Communication media
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

LUCILE PACKARD FOUNDATION FOR CHILDREN'S HEALTH
$50K
30%
NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES
$50K
30%

THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE LELAND STANFORD JUNIOR UNIVERSITY
$10K
6%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to PALO ALTO INSTITUTE?
Yes. PALO ALTO INSTITUTE accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting their website.
Where does PALO ALTO INSTITUTE give?
PALO ALTO INSTITUTE primarily gives to organizations located in California, District Of Columbia, and Massachusetts. 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 PALO ALTO INSTITUTE’s grants?
The largest share of grants from PALO ALTO INSTITUTE fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $5,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does PALO ALTO INSTITUTE make each year?
In 2019, PALO ALTO INSTITUTE awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $1,500. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did PALO ALTO INSTITUTE fund recently?
In 2024, PALO ALTO INSTITUTE awarded grants to about 9 grantees. Recent grantees include LUCILE PACKARD FOUNDATION FOR CHILDREN'S HEALTH, NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES, and THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE LELAND STANFORD JUNIOR UNIVERSITY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to PALO ALTO INSTITUTE?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting PALO ALTO INSTITUTE’s website.
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