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The Ari and Gila Ackerman Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, emphasizing a tailored approach to funding. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

NEW YORK UNIVERSITY
NEW YORK, NY
$192.3K
12%

United Jewish Appeal - Federation Of Jewish Philanthropies Of New York
NEW YORK, NY
$166.6K
11%
RAMAZ SCHOOL
NEW YORK, NY
$150K
10%
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Total No. of Grants
8
Median 1st year grant
$5K
Median 2nd year grant
$12.1K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE ARI AND GILA ACKERMAN FOUNDATION?
No. THE ARI AND GILA ACKERMAN FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE ARI AND GILA ACKERMAN FOUNDATION give?
THE ARI AND GILA ACKERMAN FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in New York, North Carolina, 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 THE ARI AND GILA ACKERMAN FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE ARI AND GILA ACKERMAN 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 ARI AND GILA ACKERMAN FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE ARI AND GILA ACKERMAN FOUNDATION awarded about 8 grants, totaling nearly $147 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE ARI AND GILA ACKERMAN FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE ARI AND GILA ACKERMAN FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 40 grantees. Recent grantees include NEW YORK UNIVERSITY, United Jewish Appeal - Federation Of Jewish Philanthropies Of New York, and RAMAZ SCHOOL. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE ARI AND GILA ACKERMAN FOUNDATION?
THE ARI AND GILA ACKERMAN FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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