Franciscan Works

AI Summary
Franciscan Works is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding and operates by invitation only, meaning it does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting. For more information about Franciscan Works, visit www.franciscanworks.org.
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Mission Statement
To provide missionary support to poor children and orphans in Sub-Saharan Africa, Central America, the Carribean and elsewhere
Cause Areas
2
Forestry
International development
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

OLANCHO AID FOUNDATION INC
Accord, MA
$17K
100%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Franciscan Works?
No. Franciscan Works does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Franciscan Works give?
Franciscan Works primarily gives to organizations located in Massachusetts. 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 Franciscan Works’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Franciscan Works fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $17 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Franciscan Works make each year?
In 2013, Franciscan Works awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $17 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Franciscan Works fund recently?
In 2024, Franciscan Works awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include OLANCHO AID FOUNDATION INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Franciscan Works?
Franciscan Works does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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