Tailgate for Cancer
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Tailgate for Cancer is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives related to cancer awareness and research. In 2022, the foundation awarded a total of $93.5K across four grantees, operating on a relationship-based engagement model that invites proposals only through established connections. As the organization does not accept unsolicited proposals, nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Mission Statement
Fundraising
Cause Areas
2
Cancers
Public affairs
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
CANCER ASSOCIATION OF MERCER COUNTY
$116K
13%

Cancer Association of Auglaize County
$109.5K
12%
JTD HOSPITAL FOUNDATION
$42K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
5
Median 1st year grant
$18K
Median 2nd year grant
$17K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Tailgate for Cancer?
No. Tailgate for Cancer does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Tailgate for Cancer give?
Tailgate for Cancer primarily gives to organizations located in Ohio. 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 Tailgate for Cancer’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Tailgate for Cancer fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $18 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Tailgate for Cancer make each year?
In 2022, Tailgate for Cancer awarded about 5 grants, totaling nearly $94 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Tailgate for Cancer fund recently?
In 2024, Tailgate for Cancer awarded grants to about 4 grantees. Recent grantees include CANCER ASSOCIATION OF MERCER COUNTY, Cancer Association of Auglaize County, and JTD HOSPITAL FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Tailgate for Cancer?
Tailgate for Cancer does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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