NORTHEAST CONFERENCEPub 78
Pub 78
AI Summary
The Northeast Conference is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives within its specified geographic area. With a total of $8.2 million in grants paid to 14 grantees in 2025, the organization operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the Northeast Conference can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO INITIATE, PROMOTE, ORGANIZE & IMPROVE INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS COMPETITION BETWEEN MEMBER INSTITUTIONS OF THE NEC & TO ENHANCE EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUNG MEN AND WOMEN
Cause Areas
1
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
LONG ISLAND UNIVERSITY
$6.9M
23%
WAGNER COLLEGE
$4.5M
15%
SAINT FRANCIS UNIVERSITY
$3.8M
13%
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Total No. of Grants
11
Median 1st year grant
$208.4K
Median 2nd year grant
$340K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to NORTHEAST CONFERENCE?
No. NORTHEAST CONFERENCE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does NORTHEAST CONFERENCE give?
NORTHEAST CONFERENCE primarily gives to organizations located in New York, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania. 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 NORTHEAST CONFERENCE’s grants?
The largest share of grants from NORTHEAST CONFERENCE fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $208 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does NORTHEAST CONFERENCE make each year?
In 2025, NORTHEAST CONFERENCE awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $8.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did NORTHEAST CONFERENCE fund recently?
In 2025, NORTHEAST CONFERENCE awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include LONG ISLAND UNIVERSITY, WAGNER COLLEGE, and SAINT FRANCIS UNIVERSITY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to NORTHEAST CONFERENCE?
NORTHEAST CONFERENCE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.