AI Summary
The JOHN R & DOROTHY D CAPLES FUND is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives through a relationship-based approach, operating by invitation only. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals, making it essential for nonprofits to explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting to engage effectively. In 2024, the fund distributed a total of $158.5K across 59 grantees.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Manhattan College
Riverdale, NY
$27K
3%

Norwalk Seaport Association Inc
Norwalk, CT
$20K
3%

AMERICAN FOLK ART MUSEUM
NEW YORK, NY
$17K
2%
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Total No. of Grants
50
Median 1st year grant
$2.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$2.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to JOHN R & DOROTHY D CAPLES FUND?
No. JOHN R & DOROTHY D CAPLES FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does JOHN R & DOROTHY D CAPLES FUND give?
JOHN R & DOROTHY D CAPLES FUND primarily gives to organizations located in New York, Connecticut, and New Jersey. 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 JOHN R & DOROTHY D CAPLES FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from JOHN R & DOROTHY D CAPLES FUND fall in the below $5,000 range. The median first-year grant is about $2,500. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does JOHN R & DOROTHY D CAPLES FUND make each year?
In 2024, JOHN R & DOROTHY D CAPLES FUND awarded about 50 grants, totaling nearly $159 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did JOHN R & DOROTHY D CAPLES FUND fund recently?
In 2024, JOHN R & DOROTHY D CAPLES FUND awarded grants to about 60 grantees. Recent grantees include Manhattan College, Norwalk Seaport Association Inc, and AMERICAN FOLK ART MUSEUM. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to JOHN R & DOROTHY D CAPLES FUND?
JOHN R & DOROTHY D CAPLES FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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