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GLOBAL WATER CHALLENGE

GLOBAL WATER CHALLENGE

Arlington, VA, US
501(c)3
EIN
26-1407784
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GLOBAL WATER CHALLENGE

Arlington, VA, US
501(c)3
EIN
26-1407784

Overview

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Est.

2007

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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GLOBAL WATER CHALLENGE is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily in California, Ohio, and Kansas. The organization operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

TO ACCELERATE UNIVERSAL ACCESS TO CLEAN WATER, SANITATION AND HYGIENE AROUND THE WORLD.
Total Funding Given

$0

2024
Grantees funded
17
Multi-year grantees
41%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

6

Median 1st year grant
$20K
Median 2nd year grant
$11K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
J
Jeff Seabright
Board Member
S
Scott Denlinger
Board Member
H
Hank Habicht
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to GLOBAL WATER CHALLENGE?
No. GLOBAL WATER CHALLENGE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does GLOBAL WATER CHALLENGE give?
GLOBAL WATER CHALLENGE primarily gives to organizations located in California, Ohio, and Kansas. 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 GLOBAL WATER CHALLENGE’s grants?
The largest share of grants from GLOBAL WATER CHALLENGE fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $20 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
Who did GLOBAL WATER CHALLENGE fund recently?
In 2024, GLOBAL WATER CHALLENGE awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include Ohio River Foundation, KANSAS ALLIANCE FOR WETLANDS AND STREAMS INC, and Taking Care of Texas. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to GLOBAL WATER CHALLENGE?
GLOBAL WATER CHALLENGE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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