The John Paul Stevens Foundation
AI Summary
The John Paul Stevens Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding, extending invitations only to potential grantees. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals, making it essential for nonprofits to explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting. In the 2024 filing year, the foundation awarded a total of $144.2K across 39 grantees.
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Mission Statement
Seeks to build a more just and equitable society and advance the legacy of Justice John Paul Stevens by supporting law students, lawyers, and others working in the public interest.
Cause Areas
2
Law
Scholarships & Financial Aid
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE HOWARD UNIVERSITY
Washington, DC
$111K
5%

Florida Agricultural & Mechanical Univ Foundation Inc
Tallahassee, FL
$106K
5%
NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION INC
Durham, NC
$106K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
12
Median 1st year grant
$27.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$29K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to The John Paul Stevens Foundation?
No. The John Paul Stevens Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does The John Paul Stevens Foundation give?
The John Paul Stevens Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in California, District Of Columbia, and Florida. 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 The John Paul Stevens Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from The John Paul Stevens Foundation fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $28 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does The John Paul Stevens Foundation make each year?
In 2024, The John Paul Stevens Foundation awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $144 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did The John Paul Stevens Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, The John Paul Stevens Foundation awarded grants to about 40 grantees. Recent grantees include THE HOWARD UNIVERSITY, Florida Agricultural & Mechanical Univ Foundation Inc, and NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to The John Paul Stevens Foundation?
The John Paul Stevens Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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