THE SKATEPARK PROJECT
AI Summary
The Skatepark Project is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives related to skateparks and youth engagement in skateboarding. With a total of $444.9K in grants paid to 106 grantees in 2024, the organization operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are awarded by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with The Skatepark Project can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE SKATEPARK PROJECT HELPS UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES CREATE SAFE AND INCLUSIVE PUBLIC SKATEPARKS FOR YOUTH.
Cause Areas
2
Parks
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
CHANDLER PARK CONSERVANCY
Detroit, MI
$375K
6%
LOCKPORT COMMUNITY SERVICES INC
Lockport, NY
$350K
5%
SHERIFF PAL PROGRAM
Pontiac, MI
$300K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
14
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$26K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE SKATEPARK PROJECT?
No. THE SKATEPARK PROJECT does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE SKATEPARK PROJECT give?
THE SKATEPARK PROJECT primarily gives to organizations located in New York, Michigan, and Oregon. 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 THE SKATEPARK PROJECT’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE SKATEPARK PROJECT fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE SKATEPARK PROJECT make each year?
In 2024, THE SKATEPARK PROJECT awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $445 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE SKATEPARK PROJECT fund recently?
In 2024, THE SKATEPARK PROJECT awarded grants to about 100 grantees. Recent grantees include CHANDLER PARK CONSERVANCY, LOCKPORT COMMUNITY SERVICES INC, and SHERIFF PAL PROGRAM. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE SKATEPARK PROJECT?
THE SKATEPARK PROJECT does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.