AI Summary
The Fredrikson & Byron Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that does not accept unsolicited proposals, operating on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. In 2024, the foundation awarded a total of $613K across 45 grantees. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities are encouraged to explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
FREDRIKSON & BYRON IS COMMITTED TO IMPROVING THE COMMUNITIES WHERE WE LIVE AND WORK. THE FREDRIKSON & BYRON FOUNDATION EXISTS TO SUPPORT OUR ATTORNEYS' PHILANTHROPIC EFFORTS AND VOLUNTEER WORK IN OUR COMMUNITIES. THE FOUNDATION FOCUSES ITS GRANT MAKING IN AREAS WHERE WE BELIEVE WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE. THE FOUNDATION MAKES GRANTS TO LAW SCHOOLS; INVESTS IN PROGRAMS THAT DEVELOP OUR COMMUNITY'S HUMAN CAPITAL; WORKS TO AMELIORATE THE CAUSES AND EFFECTS OF CRIME; AND STRIVES TO IMPROVE THE DELIVERY AND ACCESS TO LEGAL SERVICES. THE FOUNDATION ALSO DONATES TO ARTS AND CULTURAL ORGANIZATIONS THAT IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN THE COMMUNITIES WHERE WE HAVE OFFICES.
Cause Areas
3
Law
Legal services
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE FUND FOR LEGAL AID
$705K
12%
VOLUNTEER LAWYERS NETWORK LTD
$400K
7%
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA FOUNDATION
$255K
4%
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Total No. of Grants
29
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$7.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to FREDRIKSON & BYRON FOUNDATION?
No. FREDRIKSON & BYRON FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does FREDRIKSON & BYRON FOUNDATION give?
FREDRIKSON & BYRON FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Minnesota, Iowa, and North Dakota. 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 FREDRIKSON & BYRON FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from FREDRIKSON & BYRON FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does FREDRIKSON & BYRON FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, FREDRIKSON & BYRON FOUNDATION awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $613 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did FREDRIKSON & BYRON FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, FREDRIKSON & BYRON FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 50 grantees. Recent grantees include THE FUND FOR LEGAL AID, VOLUNTEER LAWYERS NETWORK LTD, and UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to FREDRIKSON & BYRON FOUNDATION?
FREDRIKSON & BYRON FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.