THE DE RAMEL FOUNDATION
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The De Ramel Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based approach, making grants by invitation only. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, which emphasizes the importance of established connections for potential grantees. Nonprofits interested in exploring warm-introduction pathways can utilize Impala's Funder Prospecting to facilitate engagement with the foundation.
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Cause Areas
2
Foundations
Philanthropy
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

UNITED WAY OF RHODE ISLAND INC
PROVIDENCE, RI
$680K
9%

THE COMMEMORATIVE AIR FORCE
Dallas, TX
$508.7K
7%
MILTON ACADEMY
Milton, MA
$350K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
32
Median 1st year grant
$5K
Median 2nd year grant
$5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE DE RAMEL FOUNDATION?
No. THE DE RAMEL FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE DE RAMEL FOUNDATION give?
THE DE RAMEL FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Rhode Island, Connecticut, and Massachusetts. 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 THE DE RAMEL FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE DE RAMEL FOUNDATION fall in the below $5,000 range. The median first-year grant is about $5,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE DE RAMEL FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE DE RAMEL FOUNDATION awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $616 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE DE RAMEL FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE DE RAMEL FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 140 grantees. Recent grantees include UNITED WAY OF RHODE ISLAND INC, THE COMMEMORATIVE AIR FORCE, and MILTON ACADEMY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE DE RAMEL FOUNDATION?
THE DE RAMEL FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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