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The James M Stanton Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses its grantmaking efforts predominantly in Minnesota, California, and Tennessee, having disbursed a total of $5.1 million across 72 grantees in 2025. This foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
DUNWOODY COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY
$5.3M
14%

PROJECT FOR PRIDE IN LIVING INC
$4.6M
12%
MINNESOTA ASSISTANCE COUNCIL FOR VETERANS
$3.8M
10%
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Total No. of Grants
34
Median 1st year grant
$25K
Median 2nd year grant
$25K
Top 3 Grants
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE JAMES M STANTON FOUNDATION?
No. THE JAMES M STANTON FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE JAMES M STANTON FOUNDATION give?
THE JAMES M STANTON FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Minnesota, California, and Tennessee. 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 THE JAMES M STANTON FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE JAMES M STANTON FOUNDATION fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE JAMES M STANTON FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2025, THE JAMES M STANTON FOUNDATION awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $5.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE JAMES M STANTON FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, THE JAMES M STANTON FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 70 grantees. Recent grantees include DUNWOODY COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY, PROJECT FOR PRIDE IN LIVING INC, and MINNESOTA ASSISTANCE COUNCIL FOR VETERANS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE JAMES M STANTON FOUNDATION?
THE JAMES M STANTON FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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