ACTION FOR CHILDREN
AI Summary
ACTION FOR CHILDREN is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives for children and families, having disbursed $3.4 million in grants to 13 grantees in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with ACTION FOR CHILDREN can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
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Cause Areas
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Child welfare
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
YOUNG WOMEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION
Columbus, OH
$274K
6%
YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF CENTRAL OHIO
Columbus, OH
$217K
5%
TEACH & LEARN CHILDCARE INC
COLUMBUS, OH
$36.8K
< 1%
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Total No. of Grants
207
Median 1st year grant
$21K
Median 2nd year grant
$21K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to ACTION FOR CHILDREN?
No. ACTION FOR CHILDREN does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does ACTION FOR CHILDREN give?
ACTION FOR CHILDREN primarily gives to organizations located in Ohio. 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 ACTION FOR CHILDREN’s grants?
The largest share of grants from ACTION FOR CHILDREN fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $21 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does ACTION FOR CHILDREN make each year?
In 2024, ACTION FOR CHILDREN awarded about 210 grants, totaling nearly $3.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did ACTION FOR CHILDREN fund recently?
In 2024, ACTION FOR CHILDREN awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include YOUNG WOMEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION, YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF CENTRAL OHIO, and TEACH & LEARN CHILDCARE INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to ACTION FOR CHILDREN?
ACTION FOR CHILDREN does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.