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The Richard & Barbara Whitcomb Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses its funding primarily in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Vermont. This foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
CARVER CENTER
$821K
13%
THE CARVER INC
$508K
8%

VERMONT ACADEMY
$450K
7%
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Total No. of Grants
83
Median 1st year grant
$5K
Median 2nd year grant
$5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE RICHARD & BARBARA WHITCOMB FOUNDATIO?
No. THE RICHARD & BARBARA WHITCOMB FOUNDATIO does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE RICHARD & BARBARA WHITCOMB FOUNDATIO give?
THE RICHARD & BARBARA WHITCOMB FOUNDATIO primarily gives to organizations located in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Vermont. 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 RICHARD & BARBARA WHITCOMB FOUNDATIO’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE RICHARD & BARBARA WHITCOMB FOUNDATIO fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $5,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE RICHARD & BARBARA WHITCOMB FOUNDATIO make each year?
In 2024, THE RICHARD & BARBARA WHITCOMB FOUNDATIO awarded about 80 grants, totaling nearly $751 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE RICHARD & BARBARA WHITCOMB FOUNDATIO fund recently?
In 2024, THE RICHARD & BARBARA WHITCOMB FOUNDATIO awarded grants to about 110 grantees. Recent grantees include CARVER CENTER, THE CARVER INC, and VERMONT ACADEMY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE RICHARD & BARBARA WHITCOMB FOUNDATIO?
THE RICHARD & BARBARA WHITCOMB FOUNDATIO does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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