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The LADY FOUNDATION is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Washington and California. With a total of $1.6 million in grants paid to eight grantees in 2024, the foundation operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

ON THE BOARDS
$1.3M
40%

THE BLOEDEL RESERVE
$735K
22%

FRIENDS OF SEATTLE WATERFRONT
$250K
7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to LADY FOUNDATION?
No. LADY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does LADY FOUNDATION give?
LADY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Washington and California. 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 LADY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from LADY FOUNDATION fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does LADY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, LADY FOUNDATION awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $1.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did LADY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, LADY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 8 grantees. Recent grantees include ON THE BOARDS, THE BLOEDEL RESERVE, and FRIENDS OF SEATTLE WATERFRONT. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to LADY FOUNDATION?
LADY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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