THE VALERIE FUND
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The Valerie Fund is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses its grantmaking efforts primarily in New Jersey, New York, and Arizona, having paid out a total of $3.5 million in grants to nine grantees in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with The Valerie Fund can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE VALERIE FUND IS A 501(C)3 NOT FOR PROFIT ORGANIZATION ESTABLISHED ON 1976 IN MEMORY OF NINE YEAR OLD VALERIE GOLDSTEIN BY HER PARENTS, ED AND SUE. THE VALERIE FUND'S MISSION IS TO PROVIDE SUPPORT FOR THE COMPREHENSIVE HEALTHCARE OF CHILDREN WITH CANCER AND BLOOD DISORDERS. FAMILIES TURN TO THE VALERIE FUND BECAUSE OF THE UNIQUE COMBINATION OF MEDICAL CARE, COUNSELING, AND OTHER SERVICES IT PROVIDES. THE VALERIE FUND CHILDREN'S CENTERS COMPRISE THE LARGEST NETWORK OF HEALTHCARE FACILITIES FOR CHILDREN WITH CANCER AND BLOOD DISORDERS IN NEW JERSEY, AND ONE OF THE LARGEST IN THE NATION. THE EIGHT CENTERS HOST APPROXIMATELY 31,000 PATIENT VISITS EACH YEAR.
Cause Areas
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Health
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE NEWARK BETH ISRAEL MEDICAL CENTER FOUNDATION
$9.4M
29%
Foundation for Morristown Medical Center
$3.8M
12%
ST JOSEPH'S FOUNDATION
$3.5M
11%
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Total No. of Grants
8
Median 1st year grant
$266.3K
Median 2nd year grant
$286.1K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE VALERIE FUND?
No. THE VALERIE FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE VALERIE FUND give?
THE VALERIE FUND primarily gives to organizations located in New Jersey, New York, and Arizona. 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 VALERIE FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE VALERIE FUND fall in the $250 thousand to $500 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $266 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE VALERIE FUND make each year?
In 2024, THE VALERIE FUND awarded about 8 grants, totaling nearly $3.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE VALERIE FUND fund recently?
In 2024, THE VALERIE FUND awarded grants to about 9 grantees. Recent grantees include THE NEWARK BETH ISRAEL MEDICAL CENTER FOUNDATION, Foundation for Morristown Medical Center, and ST JOSEPH'S FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE VALERIE FUND?
THE VALERIE FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.