AI Summary
The John and Mary Tu Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on fostering relationships with nonprofits through an invitation-only engagement model. With a total of $6.5 million awarded to 33 grantees in 2024, the foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Cause Areas
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
GLOBAL GIFTED FOUNDATION
$8.7M
19%

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PUBLIC RADIO
$6.2M
14%

Pacific Symphony
$5.3M
12%
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Total No. of Grants
12
Median 1st year grant
$40K
Median 2nd year grant
$50K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to JOHN AND MARY TU FOUNDATION?
No. JOHN AND MARY TU FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does JOHN AND MARY TU FOUNDATION give?
JOHN AND MARY TU FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California, Ohio, and Connecticut. 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 JOHN AND MARY TU FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from JOHN AND MARY TU FOUNDATION fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $40 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does JOHN AND MARY TU FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, JOHN AND MARY TU FOUNDATION awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $6.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did JOHN AND MARY TU FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, JOHN AND MARY TU FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include GLOBAL GIFTED FOUNDATION, SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PUBLIC RADIO, and Pacific Symphony. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to JOHN AND MARY TU FOUNDATION?
JOHN AND MARY TU FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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