AI Summary
IN A PERFECT WORLD is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on fostering impactful initiatives through relationship-based engagement, providing grants by invitation only. In 2022, the organization awarded a total of $35,000 across 27 grantees, emphasizing a selective approach to funding. Nonprofits interested in potential collaboration should note that unsolicited proposals are not accepted, but they can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Mission Statement
WE EMPOWER YOUNG PEOPLE WITH THE TOOLS, SKILLS, AND OPPORTUNITIES THEY NEED TO SUCCEED AND THRIVE.
Cause Areas
2
Arts education
Arts and culture
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

BUILDON INC
Stamford, CT
$369K
56%

SCHOOL THE WORLD
Milford, CT
$51.7K
8%

HORTON'S KIDS INC
Washington, DC
$45.7K
7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to IN A PERFECT WORLD?
No. IN A PERFECT WORLD does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does IN A PERFECT WORLD give?
IN A PERFECT WORLD primarily gives to organizations located in Connecticut, District Of Columbia, and 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 IN A PERFECT WORLD’s grants?
The largest share of grants from IN A PERFECT WORLD fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $1,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does IN A PERFECT WORLD make each year?
In 2022, IN A PERFECT WORLD awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $35 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did IN A PERFECT WORLD fund recently?
In 2024, IN A PERFECT WORLD awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include BUILDON INC, SCHOOL THE WORLD, and HORTON'S KIDS INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to IN A PERFECT WORLD?
IN A PERFECT WORLD does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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