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The Melville Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily in Virginia, New York, and Florida. The foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with The Melville Foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
NEW YORK BOTANICAL GARDEN
$1M
13%

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF MARTIN COUNTY
$355K
4%
JEFFERSON SCHOLARS FOUNDATION
$346.6K
4%
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Total No. of Grants
72
Median 1st year grant
$5K
Median 2nd year grant
$5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE MELVILLE FOUNDATION?
No. THE MELVILLE FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE MELVILLE FOUNDATION give?
THE MELVILLE FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Virginia, New York, and Florida. 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 MELVILLE FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE MELVILLE FOUNDATION fall in the below $5,000 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 MELVILLE FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE MELVILLE FOUNDATION awarded about 70 grants, totaling nearly $2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE MELVILLE FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE MELVILLE FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 80 grantees. Recent grantees include NEW YORK BOTANICAL GARDEN, BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF MARTIN COUNTY, and JEFFERSON SCHOLARS FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE MELVILLE FOUNDATION?
THE MELVILLE FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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