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Est.

1952

Fiscal Year Start

Mar 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

NEEDIEST KIDS OF ALL is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. With a total of $598K in grants paid to 26 grantees in 2025, the organization does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

NEEDIEST KIDS OF ALL IS A PASSIONATE NONPROFIT (501C3 ORGANIZATION) DEDICATED TO FIGHTING CHILDHOOD POVERTY BY PROVIDING BASIC NECESSITIES, SUPPORTING MENTAL WELLNESS, AND FUNDING EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCES TO UNDERPRIVILEGED SCHOOL AGED CHILDREN IN THE CINCINNATI TRI-STATE AREA.
Total Funding Given
$598K
2025
Grantees funded
26
Multi-year grantees
77%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
21
Median 1st year grant
$8.8K
Median 2nd year grant
$8.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
$50K
A
Alison P Cumby
Board Member
D
Dj Hodge
Board Member
J
Jon Lawhead
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to NEEDIEST KIDS OF ALL?
No. NEEDIEST KIDS OF ALL does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does NEEDIEST KIDS OF ALL give?
NEEDIEST KIDS OF ALL primarily gives to organizations located in Ohio, Kentucky, and Wisconsin. 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 NEEDIEST KIDS OF ALL’s grants?
The largest share of grants from NEEDIEST KIDS OF ALL fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $8,790. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does NEEDIEST KIDS OF ALL make each year?
In 2025, NEEDIEST KIDS OF ALL awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $598 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did NEEDIEST KIDS OF ALL fund recently?
In 2025, NEEDIEST KIDS OF ALL awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include Young Mens Christian Association of Greater Cincinnati, MINDPEACE CINCINNATI, and UPSPRING. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to NEEDIEST KIDS OF ALL?
NEEDIEST KIDS OF ALL does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.