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Penske Foundation Inc is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses its funding primarily in Michigan, Minnesota, and Washington, D.C. The 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

MAYO CLINIC
$7M
21%

THE DETROIT INSTITUTE OF ARTS
$5M
15%
THE GEORGE W BUSH FOUNDATION
$4M
12%
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Total No. of Grants
10
Median 1st year grant
$100K
Median 2nd year grant
$50K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to PENSKE FOUNDATION INC?
No. PENSKE FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does PENSKE FOUNDATION INC give?
PENSKE FOUNDATION INC primarily gives to organizations located in Michigan, Minnesota, and District Of Columbia. 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 PENSKE FOUNDATION INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from PENSKE FOUNDATION INC fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $100 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does PENSKE FOUNDATION INC make each year?
In 2023, PENSKE FOUNDATION INC awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $2.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did PENSKE FOUNDATION INC fund recently?
In 2024, PENSKE FOUNDATION INC awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include MAYO CLINIC, THE DETROIT INSTITUTE OF ARTS, and THE GEORGE W BUSH FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to PENSKE FOUNDATION INC?
PENSKE FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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