AI Summary
The Night Heron Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofit initiatives through a relationship-based engagement model, offering grants by invitation only. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals, emphasizing the importance of established connections in its funding process. Nonprofits interested in exploring warm-introduction pathways can utilize Impala's Funder Prospecting to connect with the foundation.
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Cause Areas
1
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
STONY BROOK FOUNDATION INC
$2.4M
39%
GALLERY NORTH INC
$1.2M
20%

THE UNION OF CONCERNED SCIENTISTS INC
$854K
14%
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Total No. of Grants
6
Median 1st year grant
$57.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$54K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Night Heron Foundation?
No. Night Heron Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Night Heron Foundation give?
Night Heron Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in New York, Massachusetts, and Illinois. 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 Night Heron Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Night Heron Foundation fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $58 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Night Heron Foundation make each year?
In 2024, Night Heron Foundation awarded about 6 grants, totaling nearly $912 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Night Heron Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, Night Heron Foundation awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include STONY BROOK FOUNDATION INC, GALLERY NORTH INC, and THE UNION OF CONCERNED SCIENTISTS INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Night Heron Foundation?
Night Heron Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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