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Est.

2008

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

SMILES FOR SOPHIE FOREVER is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach. In 2022, the foundation awarded a total of $242.5K across four grantees and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

PROVIDE FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR FAMILIES AND RESEARCH ORGANIZATIONS.
Total Funding Given
$242.5K
2022
Grantees funded
4
Multi-year grantees
25%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
1
Median 1st year grant
$37.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$32K
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Kelly Bova
Board Member
A
Andrea Bucci
Board Member
M
Marc Quayle
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to SMILES FOR SOPHIE FOREVER?
No. SMILES FOR SOPHIE FOREVER does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does SMILES FOR SOPHIE FOREVER give?
SMILES FOR SOPHIE FOREVER primarily gives to organizations located in Ohio, Tennessee, 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 SMILES FOR SOPHIE FOREVER’s grants?
The largest share of grants from SMILES FOR SOPHIE FOREVER fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $38 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does SMILES FOR SOPHIE FOREVER make each year?
In 2022, SMILES FOR SOPHIE FOREVER awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $243 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did SMILES FOR SOPHIE FOREVER fund recently?
In 2024, SMILES FOR SOPHIE FOREVER awarded grants to about 4 grantees. Recent grantees include UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS HEALTH SYSTEM INC, ST JUDE CHILDREN'S RESEARCH HOSPITAL INC, and UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to SMILES FOR SOPHIE FOREVER?
SMILES FOR SOPHIE FOREVER does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.