THUNDERBIRD FOUNDATIONPub 78
Pub 78
AI Summary
The THUNDERBIRD FOUNDATION is a 501(c) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding and operates on an invitation-only basis, meaning it does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2025, the foundation awarded a total of $205,000 across 48 grantees. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO SUPPORT AMATEUR ATHLETES AND ATHLETIC PROGRAMS IN THE PHOENIX METROPOLITAN AREA.
Cause Areas
1
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Arizona Silver Belle Championship Inc
Gilbert, AZ
$70K
8%
American Junior Golf Association Inc
Braselton, GA
$57.5K
6%
PHOENIX POLICE FOUNDATION INC
Phoenix, AZ
$50K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
28
Median 1st year grant
$8.3K
Median 2nd year grant
$8.8K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THUNDERBIRD FOUNDATION?
No. THUNDERBIRD FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THUNDERBIRD FOUNDATION give?
THUNDERBIRD FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Arizona, California, and Georgia. 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 THUNDERBIRD FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THUNDERBIRD FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $8,250. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THUNDERBIRD FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2025, THUNDERBIRD FOUNDATION awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $205 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THUNDERBIRD FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, THUNDERBIRD FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 50 grantees. Recent grantees include Arizona Silver Belle Championship Inc, American Junior Golf Association Inc, and PHOENIX POLICE FOUNDATION INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THUNDERBIRD FOUNDATION?
THUNDERBIRD FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.