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The Dorothy M M Kersten Trust, a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization, focuses its funding primarily in Ohio, New York, and Kentucky, having awarded a total of $1.3 million across 17 grantees in 2025. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and engages with nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only process. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
CINCINNATI MUSEUM CENTER
$1.3M
8%
ARTSWAVE
$1.1M
7%
ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF CINCINNATI
$492.7K
3%
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Total No. of Grants
18
Median 1st year grant
$51.1K
Median 2nd year grant
$53.6K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to DOROTHY M M KERSTEN TR UA?
No. DOROTHY M M KERSTEN TR UA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does DOROTHY M M KERSTEN TR UA give?
DOROTHY M M KERSTEN TR UA primarily gives to organizations located in Ohio, New York, and Kentucky. 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 DOROTHY M M KERSTEN TR UA’s grants?
The largest share of grants from DOROTHY M M KERSTEN TR UA fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $51 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does DOROTHY M M KERSTEN TR UA make each year?
In 2025, DOROTHY M M KERSTEN TR UA awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $1.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did DOROTHY M M KERSTEN TR UA fund recently?
In 2025, DOROTHY M M KERSTEN TR UA awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include CINCINNATI MUSEUM CENTER, ARTSWAVE, and ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF CINCINNATI. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to DOROTHY M M KERSTEN TR UA?
DOROTHY M M KERSTEN TR UA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.