AI Summary
The Stairway Fund is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on building relationships with grantees, operating on an invitation-only basis for funding opportunities. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, making it essential for nonprofits to engage through established connections. Nonprofits interested in exploring warm-introduction pathways can utilize Impala's Funder Prospecting to navigate potential engagement with the fund.
Cause Areas
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Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THEATRE FOR A NEW AUDIENCE INC
$467K
16%
WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
$325K
11%
TRUSTEES OF TRINITY COLLEGE THE
$246.8K
9%
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Total No. of Grants
69
Median 1st year grant
$5K
Median 2nd year grant
$5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE STAIRWAY FUND?
No. THE STAIRWAY FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE STAIRWAY FUND give?
THE STAIRWAY FUND primarily gives to organizations located in New York, Connecticut, and Missouri. 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 STAIRWAY FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE STAIRWAY FUND fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $5,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE STAIRWAY FUND make each year?
In 2024, THE STAIRWAY FUND awarded about 70 grants, totaling nearly $597 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE STAIRWAY FUND fund recently?
In 2024, THE STAIRWAY FUND awarded grants to about 80 grantees. Recent grantees include THEATRE FOR A NEW AUDIENCE INC, WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY, and TRUSTEES OF TRINITY COLLEGE THE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE STAIRWAY FUND?
THE STAIRWAY FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.