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Est.

2011

Latest Fiscal Year

Not available

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

CARRY THE LOAD is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals, making it essential for interested organizations to seek warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting. In the 2025 filing year, CARRY THE LOAD awarded a total of $1.1 million in grants to 34 grantees.

Mission Statement

TO HONOR AND CELEBRATE OUR NATIONS HEROES BY CONNECTING AMERICANS TO THEIR SACRIFICES FOR OUR FREEDOM.
Total Funding Given
$1.1M
2025
Grantees funded
34
Multi-year grantees
47%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
1
Median 1st year grant
$50K
Median 2nd year grant
$57.5K
S
Stephen Holley
Board Member
C
Craig Couch
Board Member
T
Todd Boeding
Board Member

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.