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INSTITUTE FOR CITIZENS AND SCHOLARS

INSTITUTE FOR CITIZENS AND SCHOLARS

PRINCETON, NJ, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
21-0703075
Regional Funder
Logo for "INSTITUTE FOR CITIZENS AND SCHOLARS"

INSTITUTE FOR CITIZENS AND SCHOLARS

PRINCETON, NJ, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
21-0703075
Regional Funder

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Est.

1957

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

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The Institute for Citizens and Scholars is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on fostering relationships with grantees, operating on an invitation-only basis. With a total of $50,000 awarded across 64 grantees in 2025, this funder does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

DEDICATED TO THE ENCOURAGEMENT OF EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION
Total Funding Given

$50K

2025
Grantees funded
64
Multi-year grantees
52%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

3

Median 1st year grant
$50K
Median 2nd year grant
$80.1K
R
Rajiv Vinnakota
Board Member
G
Glen Lewy
Board Member
K
Kim Smith
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to INSTITUTE FOR CITIZENS AND SCHOLARS?
No. INSTITUTE FOR CITIZENS AND SCHOLARS does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does INSTITUTE FOR CITIZENS AND SCHOLARS give?
INSTITUTE FOR CITIZENS AND SCHOLARS primarily gives to organizations located in Pennsylvania, Indiana, and Georgia. 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 INSTITUTE FOR CITIZENS AND SCHOLARS’s grants?
The largest share of grants from INSTITUTE FOR CITIZENS AND SCHOLARS fall in the $5,000 to $25 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 INSTITUTE FOR CITIZENS AND SCHOLARS make each year?
In 2025, INSTITUTE FOR CITIZENS AND SCHOLARS awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $50 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did INSTITUTE FOR CITIZENS AND SCHOLARS fund recently?
In 2025, INSTITUTE FOR CITIZENS AND SCHOLARS awarded grants to about 60 grantees. Recent grantees include HIGH MEADOWS GRADUATE SCHOOL OF TEACHING AND LEARNING INC, University of Indianapolis, and PIEDMONT UNIVERSITY INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to INSTITUTE FOR CITIZENS AND SCHOLARS?
INSTITUTE FOR CITIZENS AND SCHOLARS does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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