CARRY THE LOAD
AI Summary
CARRY THE LOAD is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding, providing grants exclusively by invitation and does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2025, the organization awarded a total of $1.1 million across 34 grantees. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO HONOR AND CELEBRATE OUR NATIONS HEROES BY CONNECTING AMERICANS TO THEIR SACRIFICES FOR OUR FREEDOM.
Cause Areas
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Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
SERVE WHO SERVE INC
$283.5K
2%
EQUEST
$280K
2%
DPAS ASSIST THE OFFICER FOUNDATION
$260K
2%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to CARRY THE LOAD?
No. CARRY THE LOAD does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does CARRY THE LOAD give?
CARRY THE LOAD primarily gives to organizations located in 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 CARRY THE LOAD’s grants?
The largest share of grants from CARRY THE LOAD fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $50 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does CARRY THE LOAD make each year?
In 2025, CARRY THE LOAD awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $1.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did CARRY THE LOAD fund recently?
In 2025, CARRY THE LOAD awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include SERVE WHO SERVE INC, EQUEST, and DPAS ASSIST THE OFFICER FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to CARRY THE LOAD?
CARRY THE LOAD does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.