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The Hamer Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that has distributed a total of $128.3K across 38 grantees in the filing year 2024. The foundation is currently open for unsolicited proposals, inviting prospective applicants to review the 'How to Apply' section of its profile page to determine their eligibility and fit for funding opportunities.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
KENOVA VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPT
Kenova, WV
$71K
10%
20TH STREET BAPTIST CHURCH
PHILADELPHIA, PA
$30K
4%
FIRST INDEPENDENT MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH
KENOVA, WV
$23.5K
3%
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Total No. of Grants
17
Median 1st year grant
$1K
Median 2nd year grant
$2K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE HAMER FOUNDATION?
Yes. THE HAMER FOUNDATION accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does THE HAMER FOUNDATION give?
THE HAMER FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in West Virginia, Florida, 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 THE HAMER FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE HAMER FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $1,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE HAMER FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE HAMER FOUNDATION awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $128 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE HAMER FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE HAMER FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 40 grantees. Recent grantees include KENOVA VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPT, 20TH STREET BAPTIST CHURCH, and FIRST INDEPENDENT MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE HAMER FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.
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