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Est.

2005

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The CORDES FOUNDATION is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on fostering relationships within the nonprofit sector, providing a total of $335.9K in grants to 77 grantees in 2024. This foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on an invitation-only basis for funding opportunities. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

PROVIDE GRANTS TO NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS.
Total Funding Given
$335.9K
2024
Grantees funded
77
Multi-year grantees
43%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
19
Median 1st year grant
$12K
Median 2nd year grant
$11K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
$39K
S
Steph Stephenson
Board Member
M
Marty Cordes
Board Member
E
Eric Stephenson
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to CORDES FOUNDATION?
No. CORDES FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does CORDES FOUNDATION give?
CORDES FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in New York, California, and Michigan. 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 CORDES FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from CORDES FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $12 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does CORDES FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, CORDES FOUNDATION awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $336 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did CORDES FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, CORDES FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 80 grantees. Recent grantees include NEST INC, CREATING HOPE INTERNATIONAL, and Remake. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to CORDES FOUNDATION?
CORDES FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.