NORTHWEST INSTITUTE OF RESEARCH
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The Northwest Institute of Research is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through relationship-based funding, operating by invitation only. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, making it essential for interested organizations to engage through established connections. Nonprofits can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting to facilitate potential engagement with the Institute.
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Mission Statement
MANAGEMENT AND OPERATION OF VARIOUS GOVERNMENT PROGRAMS.
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF GREATER ERIE
$1.7M
8%
CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS INC
$732.1K
4%
EARLY CONNECTIONS INC
$606.4K
3%
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Total No. of Grants
35
Median 1st year grant
$13.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$18.4K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to NORTHWEST INSTITUTE OF RESEARCH?
No. NORTHWEST INSTITUTE OF RESEARCH does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does NORTHWEST INSTITUTE OF RESEARCH give?
NORTHWEST INSTITUTE OF RESEARCH primarily gives to organizations located in Pennsylvania, Oregon, and Virginia. 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 NORTHWEST INSTITUTE OF RESEARCH’s grants?
The largest share of grants from NORTHWEST INSTITUTE OF RESEARCH fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $14 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
Who did NORTHWEST INSTITUTE OF RESEARCH fund recently?
In 2024, NORTHWEST INSTITUTE OF RESEARCH awarded grants to about 100 grantees. Recent grantees include YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF GREATER ERIE, CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS INC, and EARLY CONNECTIONS INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to NORTHWEST INSTITUTE OF RESEARCH?
NORTHWEST INSTITUTE OF RESEARCH does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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