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The 849 Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Delaware, Indiana, and Virginia. It operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Rusty Rabbit Foundation
$3.3M
51%
UNITED SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS INC
$834K
13%

Humane Society for Hamilton County
$517K
8%
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Total No. of Grants
4
Median 1st year grant
$15K
Median 2nd year grant
$30K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to 849 Foundation?
No. 849 Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does 849 Foundation give?
849 Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Delaware, Indiana, 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 849 Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from 849 Foundation fall in the $50 thousand to $100 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 849 Foundation make each year?
In 2024, 849 Foundation awarded about 4 grants, totaling nearly $205 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did 849 Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, 849 Foundation awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include Rusty Rabbit Foundation, UNITED SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS INC, and Humane Society for Hamilton County. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to 849 Foundation?
849 Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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