THE WASHINGTON BUSPub 78
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The Washington Bus is a 501(c) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives within Washington, having paid a total of $258.1K in grants to three grantees in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with The Washington Bus can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
ENGAGES TOMORROWS LEADERS ON THEIR OWN TERMS, AND EMPOWERS THEM THROUGH EDUCATION, CIVIC AND CULTURAL ENGAGEMENT, AND HANDS-ON DEMOCRACY.
Cause Areas
2
Public transportation
Voter education and registration
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Progreso - Latino Progress Alliance
$104.9K
41%
Washington Community Action Network
$98.7K
38%
ONEAMERICA VOTES
$54.6K
21%
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Total No. of Grants
3
Median 1st year grant
$98.7K
Median 2nd year grant
N/A
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE WASHINGTON BUS?
No. THE WASHINGTON BUS does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE WASHINGTON BUS give?
THE WASHINGTON BUS primarily gives to organizations located in Washington. 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 WASHINGTON BUS’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE WASHINGTON BUS fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $99 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE WASHINGTON BUS make each year?
In 2024, THE WASHINGTON BUS awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $258 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE WASHINGTON BUS fund recently?
In 2024, THE WASHINGTON BUS awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include Progreso - Latino Progress Alliance, Washington Community Action Network, and ONEAMERICA VOTES. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE WASHINGTON BUS?
THE WASHINGTON BUS does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.