THE PAROS FOUNDATION
Berkeley, CA, US
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501(c)(3)
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EIN
20-5094630
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Private Operating Foundation
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
Berkeley, CA, US
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501(c)(3)
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EIN
20-5094630
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Private Operating Foundation
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
AI Summary
The Paros Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding, making grants by invitation only. With a total of $1.5 million in grants paid in 2024 and only one grantee supported, the foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Cause Areas
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
WESTERN DIOCESE OF THE ARMENIAN CHURCH
$500
< 1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE PAROS FOUNDATION?
No. THE PAROS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE PAROS FOUNDATION give?
THE PAROS FOUNDATION 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 THE PAROS FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE PAROS FOUNDATION fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about <$1,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE PAROS FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE PAROS FOUNDATION awarded about 4 grants, totaling nearly $1.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE PAROS FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE PAROS FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include WESTERN DIOCESE OF THE ARMENIAN CHURCH. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE PAROS FOUNDATION?
THE PAROS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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