AI Summary
The Shine Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding, granting a total of $1.7 million to 117 grantees in 2024. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals; instead, it operates on an invitation-only basis. Nonprofits interested in engaging with The Shine Foundation 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

THE LIVESTRONG FOUNDATION
$1.2M
12%
FAMILY PROMISE
$850K
9%

ODC NETWORK
$500K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
36
Median 1st year grant
$5K
Median 2nd year grant
$25K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE SHINE FOUNDATION?
No. THE SHINE FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE SHINE FOUNDATION give?
THE SHINE FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Michigan, Florida, and Minnesota. 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 SHINE FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE SHINE FOUNDATION fall in the $25 thousand to $50 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 SHINE FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE SHINE FOUNDATION awarded about 40 grants, totaling nearly $1.7 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE SHINE FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE SHINE FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 120 grantees. Recent grantees include THE LIVESTRONG FOUNDATION, FAMILY PROMISE, and ODC NETWORK. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE SHINE FOUNDATION?
THE SHINE FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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