Sacramento Steps Forward
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Sacramento Steps Forward is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that focuses on grantmaking primarily in California, having paid a total of $14.5 million across 24 grantees in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
To end homelessness through leadership, convening partners, data-driven best practices, and improving system performance.
Cause Areas
1
Homeless services
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICES OF NORTHERN CALIFORNIA
$30M
22%
VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA NORTHERN CALIFORNIA AND NORTHERN NEVADA INC
$25.2M
19%
Goodwill Industries Sacramento Valley & Northern Nevada Inc
$18.4M
14%
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Total No. of Grants
9
Median 1st year grant
$107K
Median 2nd year grant
$562.3K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Sacramento Steps Forward?
No. Sacramento Steps Forward does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Sacramento Steps Forward give?
Sacramento Steps Forward primarily gives to organizations located in California. 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 Sacramento Steps Forward’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Sacramento Steps Forward fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $107 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Sacramento Steps Forward make each year?
In 2024, Sacramento Steps Forward awarded about 9 grants, totaling nearly $14.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Sacramento Steps Forward fund recently?
In 2024, Sacramento Steps Forward awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICES OF NORTHERN CALIFORNIA, VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA NORTHERN CALIFORNIA AND NORTHERN NEVADA INC, and Goodwill Industries Sacramento Valley & Northern Nevada Inc. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Sacramento Steps Forward?
Sacramento Steps Forward does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.