Play Ball Foundation Inc
AI Summary
The Play Ball Foundation Inc is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting select initiatives through an invitation-only process, as it does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation disbursed a total of $457.2K across three grantees, emphasizing a relationship-based engagement model. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities are encouraged to explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Foundation is to provide grants to middle schools in high need communities to provide equitable access to team sports, which empower middle school youth. The Foundation partners with gateway communities in Massachusetts (Boston, Holyoke, Lawrence, New Bedford, Lynn, Salem, Methuen and Lowell) to fund and support school-based sports leagues for more than 4,000 middle school students.
Cause Areas
3
Theater
Communication media
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE BOSTON EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION INC
ROXBURY, MA
$943.5K
48%
FRIENDS OF THE MENDELL NON PROFIT CORPORATION
Roxbury, MA
$74.7K
4%
YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF GREATER BOSTON INC
BOSTON, MA
$10K
< 1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Play Ball Foundation Inc?
No. Play Ball Foundation Inc does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Play Ball Foundation Inc give?
Play Ball Foundation Inc primarily gives to organizations located in 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 Play Ball Foundation Inc’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Play Ball Foundation Inc fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $75 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Play Ball Foundation Inc make each year?
In 2024, Play Ball Foundation Inc awarded about 6 grants, totaling nearly $457 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Play Ball Foundation Inc fund recently?
In 2024, Play Ball Foundation Inc awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include THE BOSTON EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION INC, FRIENDS OF THE MENDELL NON PROFIT CORPORATION, and YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF GREATER BOSTON INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Play Ball Foundation Inc?
Play Ball Foundation Inc does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.