UC SANTA CRUZ FOUNDATION
UC SANTA CRUZ FOUNDATION
UC SANTA CRUZ FOUNDATION
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The UC Santa Cruz Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily in California. With a total of $28.5 million in grants paid in 2023, the foundation operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO BENEFIT THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA SANTA CRUZ.
Cause Areas
1
Education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA
$187.9M
100%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UC SANTA CRUZ FOUNDATION?
No. UC SANTA CRUZ FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UC SANTA CRUZ FOUNDATION give?
UC SANTA CRUZ FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California. 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 UC SANTA CRUZ FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UC SANTA CRUZ FOUNDATION fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $11.2 million. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does UC SANTA CRUZ FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2023, UC SANTA CRUZ FOUNDATION awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $28.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UC SANTA CRUZ FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, UC SANTA CRUZ FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UC SANTA CRUZ FOUNDATION?
UC SANTA CRUZ FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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