AI Summary
The Block Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on building relationships with nonprofits, providing funding exclusively through invitation-only proposals. With a total of $300,000 awarded to 30 grantees in 2024, the foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with The Block Foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Cause Areas
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Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
CATHOLIC CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL OF DETROIT
NOVI, MI
$375K
19%
MASONRY INSTITUTE OF MICHIGAN INC
Livonia, MI
$255K
13%
NEW MEXICO STATE UNIVERSITY
LAS CRUCES, NM
$225K
11%
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Total No. of Grants
29
Median 1st year grant
$5K
Median 2nd year grant
$7.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE BLOCK FOUNDATION?
No. THE BLOCK FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE BLOCK FOUNDATION give?
THE BLOCK FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Michigan, New Mexico, and Illinois. 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 BLOCK FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE BLOCK FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $5,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE BLOCK FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE BLOCK FOUNDATION awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $300 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE BLOCK FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE BLOCK FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include CATHOLIC CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL OF DETROIT, MASONRY INSTITUTE OF MICHIGAN INC, and NEW MEXICO STATE UNIVERSITY . More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE BLOCK FOUNDATION?
THE BLOCK FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.