RUTGERS UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION
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The Rutgers University Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that primarily focuses on grantmaking in New Jersey, having paid out a total of $162.6 million in grants in 2023. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and engages with nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only process. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO SUPPORT RUTGERS, THE STATE UNIVERSITY, AND HELP IT ATTAIN EXCELLENCE (CONTINUED ON SCHEDULE O) IN EDUCATION, RESEARCH AND PUBLIC SERVICE BY BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS WITH SUPPORTERS TO RAISE MONEY FOR RUTGERS.
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Education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
RUTGERS THE STATE UNIVERSITY OF NJ
$1.3B
100%
Associate Alumnae of Douglass College
$398.5K
< 1%
RUTGERS HILLEL CORPORATION
$50K
< 1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to RUTGERS UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION?
No. RUTGERS UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does RUTGERS UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION give?
RUTGERS UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in New Jersey. 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 RUTGERS UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from RUTGERS UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $174 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does RUTGERS UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2023, RUTGERS UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $162.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did RUTGERS UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, RUTGERS UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include RUTGERS THE STATE UNIVERSITY OF NJ, Associate Alumnae of Douglass College, and RUTGERS HILLEL CORPORATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to RUTGERS UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION?
RUTGERS UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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