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Est.

1986

Latest Fiscal Year

Not available

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The FOUNDATION FOR CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking through a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals, and nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting. In the filing year 2025, the foundation paid out a total of $3.6 million in grants to two grantees.

Mission Statement

THE FOUNDATION'S PURPOSE IS TO SUPPORT AND SUPPLEMENT THE CHARITABLE, EDUCATIONAL, AND SCIENTIFIC ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS OF PENNSYLVANIA WESTERN UNIVERSITY PRIMARILY PENNWEST-CALIFORNIA (PENNWEST), PREVIOUSLY KNOWN AS CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA (CALU).
Total Funding Given
$3.6M
2025
Grantees funded
2
Multi-year grantees
50%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
3
Median 1st year grant
$912.8K
Median 2nd year grant
$1.1M
D
Denise Smith
Board Member
J
Jeff M Kotula
Board Member
J
Jeffrey S James
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to FOUNDATION FOR CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA?
No. FOUNDATION FOR CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does FOUNDATION FOR CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA give?
FOUNDATION FOR CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA primarily gives to organizations located in Minnesota 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 FOUNDATION FOR CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA’s grants?
The largest share of grants from FOUNDATION FOR CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA fall in the $500 thousand to $1 million range. The median first-year grant is about $913 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does FOUNDATION FOR CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA make each year?
In 2025, FOUNDATION FOR CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $3.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did FOUNDATION FOR CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA fund recently?
In 2025, FOUNDATION FOR CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA awarded grants to about 2 grantees. Recent grantees include PHEASANTS FOREVER INC and WILDLIFE FOR EVERYONE ENDOWMENT FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to FOUNDATION FOR CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA?
FOUNDATION FOR CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.