INVEST DETROIT FOUNDATION
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The INVEST DETROIT FOUNDATION is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses its grantmaking primarily in Michigan, with additional support in Arizona and Texas. The foundation operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE IDF LOAN PROGRAMS PROVIDE FUNDING, GENERALLY IN THE FORM OF LOANS, TO QUALIFIED APPLICANTS TO ENCOURAGE REVITALIZATION AND DEVELOPMENT. IN CONCERT WITH OPERATING THE LOAN PROGRAMS, IDF ALSO CONDUCTS PROGRAMMATIC ACTIVITIES THAT INCLUDE PLANNING, SPEARHEADING AND DEVELOPING STRATEGIES FOR URBAN REVITALIZATION.
Cause Areas
1
Economic development
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
DETROIT ECONOMIC GROWTH ASSOCIATION
$605K
2%
CENTURY FORWARD
$567.8K
2%
WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY PARK IN THE CITY OF DETROIT
$500K
2%
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Total No. of Grants
13
Median 1st year grant
$34K
Median 2nd year grant
$58.9K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to INVEST DETROIT FOUNDATION?
No. INVEST DETROIT FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does INVEST DETROIT FOUNDATION give?
INVEST DETROIT FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Michigan, Arizona, and Texas. 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 INVEST DETROIT FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from INVEST DETROIT FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $34 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does INVEST DETROIT FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, INVEST DETROIT FOUNDATION awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $602 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did INVEST DETROIT FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, INVEST DETROIT FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include DETROIT ECONOMIC GROWTH ASSOCIATION, CENTURY FORWARD, and WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY PARK IN THE CITY OF DETROIT. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to INVEST DETROIT FOUNDATION?
INVEST DETROIT FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.