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THE SAM & CHARLES FOUNDATION is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that is currently open for unsolicited proposals. In the 2024 filing year, the foundation has paid a total of $60.3K across 26 grants. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the How to Apply section of the current profile page to assess their fit for funding opportunities.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

THE WILMA THEATER
Philadelphia, PA
$76.4K
40%
BEARDED LADIES CABARET
Philadelphia, PA
$12K
6%
Doctors Without Borders USA
New York, NY
$9K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
12
Median 1st year grant
$2K
Median 2nd year grant
$5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE SAM & CHARLES FOUNDATION?
Yes. THE SAM & CHARLES FOUNDATION accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does THE SAM & CHARLES FOUNDATION give?
THE SAM & CHARLES FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Pennsylvania, New York, and District Of Columbia. 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 SAM & CHARLES FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE SAM & CHARLES FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $2,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE SAM & CHARLES FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE SAM & CHARLES FOUNDATION awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $60 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE SAM & CHARLES FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE SAM & CHARLES FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include THE WILMA THEATER, BEARDED LADIES CABARET, and Doctors Without Borders USA. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE SAM & CHARLES FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.
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