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The Pearson Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding, providing support exclusively through invitation rather than accepting unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation awarded a total of $203.6K across 34 grantees, emphasizing a selective engagement process. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

MAYO CLINIC
Rochester, MN
$100K
17%
BLAIR ACADEMY
Blairstown, NJ
$52.8K
9%
ST MARY MAGDALENE
Omaha, NE
$48.8K
8%
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Total No. of Grants
10
Median 1st year grant
$2.8K
Median 2nd year grant
$4.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE PEARSON FOUNDATION?
No. THE PEARSON FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE PEARSON FOUNDATION give?
THE PEARSON FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Colorado, Minnesota, and Nebraska. 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 PEARSON FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE PEARSON FOUNDATION fall in the below $5,000 range. The median first-year grant is about $2,800. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE PEARSON FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE PEARSON FOUNDATION awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $204 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE PEARSON FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE PEARSON FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include MAYO CLINIC, BLAIR ACADEMY, and ST MARY MAGDALENE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE PEARSON FOUNDATION?
THE PEARSON FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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