BUILDERS EXCHANGE FOUNDATION
AI Summary
The BUILDERS EXCHANGE FOUNDATION is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking through a relationship-based approach, providing funding by invitation only. In 2024, the foundation awarded a total of $35K across three grantees and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Mission Statement
THE FOUNDATION WAS ESTABLISHED IN 1999 AS A PHILANTHROPIC ARM OF THE BUILDERS EXCHANGE OF CENTRAL OHIO. THE MISSION OF THE FOUNDATION IS TO ADVANCE AND SUPPORT THE COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY'S EDUCATION AND RESEARCH ACTIVITIES FOR THE BENEFIT OF EMPLOYERS, EMPLOYEES, CONSUMERS, AND THE COMMUNITY IMPACTED BY THE COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY IN CENTRAL OHIO. THE FOUNDATION IS PRIMARILY DEPENDENT ON THE SUPPORT OF THOSE CLOSELY AFFILIATED WITH THE LOCAL COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY.
Cause Areas
2
Education
Construction
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Franklinton Rising
Hilliard, OH
$345K
66%
THE BUILDERS EXCHANGE OF CENTRAL OHIO
Columbus, OH
$160K
31%
ONE COLUMBUS
Columbus, OH
$15K
3%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to BUILDERS EXCHANGE FOUNDATION?
No. BUILDERS EXCHANGE FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does BUILDERS EXCHANGE FOUNDATION give?
BUILDERS EXCHANGE FOUNDATION 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 BUILDERS EXCHANGE FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from BUILDERS EXCHANGE FOUNDATION fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $20 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does BUILDERS EXCHANGE FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, BUILDERS EXCHANGE FOUNDATION awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $35 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did BUILDERS EXCHANGE FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, BUILDERS EXCHANGE FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include Franklinton Rising, THE BUILDERS EXCHANGE OF CENTRAL OHIO, and ONE COLUMBUS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to BUILDERS EXCHANGE FOUNDATION?
BUILDERS EXCHANGE FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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