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The LWL Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses its funding primarily in California, North Carolina, and Virginia. It operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Cause Areas
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
The Young Americans Inc
$1.2M
51%
ASSISTANCE LEAGUE OF IRVINE
$227.5K
10%
Orange Coast College Foundation
$70K
3%
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Total No. of Grants
7
Median 1st year grant
$15K
Median 2nd year grant
$12.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to LWL FOUNDATION?
No. LWL FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does LWL FOUNDATION give?
LWL FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California, North Carolina, and Virginia. 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 LWL FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from LWL FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $15 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does LWL FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, LWL FOUNDATION awarded about 7 grants, totaling nearly $420 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did LWL FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, LWL FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include The Young Americans Inc, ASSISTANCE LEAGUE OF IRVINE, and Orange Coast College Foundation. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to LWL FOUNDATION?
LWL FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.