Delta Zeta Foundation
AI Summary
The Delta Zeta Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives through a relationship-based approach and by invitation only. With a total of $1.4 million in grants paid to six grantees in 2025, the foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO ADVANCE DELTA ZETA SORORITY'S EDUCATIONAL AND PHILANTHROPIC PURPOSES THROUGH THE DEVELOPMENT OF FINANCIAL AND HUMAN RESOURCES.
Cause Areas
1
Sororities and fraternities
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Starkey Hearing Foundation
$7.6M
57%
DELTA ZETA SORORITY
$2.5M
19%
THE PAINTED TURTLE
$1.2M
9%
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Total No. of Grants
4
Median 1st year grant
$100.6K
Median 2nd year grant
$200.6K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Delta Zeta Foundation?
No. Delta Zeta Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Delta Zeta Foundation give?
Delta Zeta Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Minnesota, Ohio, and Maryland. 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 Delta Zeta Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Delta Zeta Foundation fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $101 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Delta Zeta Foundation make each year?
In 2025, Delta Zeta Foundation awarded about 4 grants, totaling nearly $1.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Delta Zeta Foundation fund recently?
In 2025, Delta Zeta Foundation awarded grants to about 6 grantees. Recent grantees include Starkey Hearing Foundation, DELTA ZETA SORORITY, and THE PAINTED TURTLE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Delta Zeta Foundation?
Delta Zeta Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.