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The Gainey Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, is currently open for unsolicited proposals and has awarded a total of $1.9 million in grants to 32 grantees in the filing year 2024. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the 'How to Apply' section of the current profile page to determine their fit for funding opportunities.
Cause Areas
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

SANTA BARBARA NEIGHBORHOOD CLINICS
$800K
7%
LAGUNA BLANCA SCHOOL
$750K
7%
SANTA BARBARA BOWL FOUNDATION
$750K
7%
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Total No. of Grants
29
Median 1st year grant
$50K
Median 2nd year grant
$50K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to GAINEY FOUNDATION?
Yes. GAINEY FOUNDATION accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does GAINEY FOUNDATION give?
GAINEY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California, Minnesota, 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 GAINEY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from GAINEY FOUNDATION fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $50 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does GAINEY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, GAINEY FOUNDATION awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $1.9 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did GAINEY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, GAINEY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include SANTA BARBARA NEIGHBORHOOD CLINICS, LAGUNA BLANCA SCHOOL, and SANTA BARBARA BOWL FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to GAINEY FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.
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