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The BEST PORTION FOUNDATION is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses its funding primarily in Illinois, Virginia, and New York. It operates on a relationship-based model, providing grants by invitation only and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE CHICAGO SCHOLARS FOUNDATION
$4.5M
25%
A Better Chicago
$1.9M
10%
RANDOLPH COLLEGE INC
$1.2M
6%
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Total No. of Grants
15
Median 1st year grant
$25K
Median 2nd year grant
$34.3K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to BEST PORTION FOUNDATION?
No. BEST PORTION FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does BEST PORTION FOUNDATION give?
BEST PORTION FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, Virginia, and New York. 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 BEST PORTION FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from BEST PORTION FOUNDATION fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does BEST PORTION FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, BEST PORTION FOUNDATION awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $1.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did BEST PORTION FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, BEST PORTION FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 50 grantees. Recent grantees include THE CHICAGO SCHOLARS FOUNDATION, A Better Chicago, and RANDOLPH COLLEGE INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to BEST PORTION FOUNDATION?
BEST PORTION FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.