PAYTON'S PLAY IT FORWARD FOUNDATION
AI Summary
PAYTON'S PLAY IT FORWARD FOUNDATION is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that has awarded a total of $415K across 21 grantees since its inception in 2015. This foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Was this helpful?
This summary is AI-generated from ChatGPT. It’s meant to be helpful, but isn’t always perfect.
Mission Statement
TO IMPROVE THE LIVES OF FAMILIES AND CHILDREN IN THE AREAS OF HEALTH, EDUCATION AND SOCIAL WELFARE. GEOGRAPHICAL AREAS TO BE SERVED ARE LOUISIANA, MISSISSIPPI, ALABAMA AND TEXAS.
Cause Areas
2
Theater
Basic and emergency aid
Explore this org's ecosystem
See top causes for this funder's grantees, who else funds them, and their grants.
Learn about Ecosystems


Explore this org's ecosystem
See top causes for this funder's grantees, who else funds them, and their grants.
Learn about Ecosystems
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
K9S FOR WARRIORS INC
Ponte Vedra, FL
$200K
22%

FEED THE CHILDREN INC
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
$175K
19%

TEAM GLEASON FOUNDATION
New Orleans, LA
$150K
16%
Evaluate your own portfolio
Understand the health of your own grantees and uncover signs of risk.


Evaluate your own portfolio
Understand the health of your own grantees and uncover signs of risk.
Total No. of Grants
3
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$132.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to PAYTON'S PLAY IT FORWARD FOUNDATION?
No. PAYTON'S PLAY IT FORWARD FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does PAYTON'S PLAY IT FORWARD FOUNDATION give?
PAYTON'S PLAY IT FORWARD FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Louisiana, Florida, and Oklahoma. 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 PAYTON'S PLAY IT FORWARD FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from PAYTON'S PLAY IT FORWARD FOUNDATION fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does PAYTON'S PLAY IT FORWARD FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2015, PAYTON'S PLAY IT FORWARD FOUNDATION awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $415 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did PAYTON'S PLAY IT FORWARD FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2020, PAYTON'S PLAY IT FORWARD FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include K9S FOR WARRIORS INC, FEED THE CHILDREN INC, and TEAM GLEASON FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to PAYTON'S PLAY IT FORWARD FOUNDATION?
PAYTON'S PLAY IT FORWARD FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Copyright 2026. All rights reserved to Chario Inc. (d.b.a. Impala)