PUBLIC INTEREST REGISTRY
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The Public Interest Registry is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Virginia, with a total of $61.2 million in grants paid to 32 grantees in 2024. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the Public Interest Registry can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
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Cause Areas
2
Internet
Science
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
INTERNET SOCIETY
$399M
67%
INTERNET SOCIETY FOUNDATION
$191.3M
32%
CONNECTED GIVING FOUNDATION
$3M
< 1%
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Total No. of Grants
10
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$15.3K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to PUBLIC INTEREST REGISTRY?
No. PUBLIC INTEREST REGISTRY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does PUBLIC INTEREST REGISTRY give?
PUBLIC INTEREST REGISTRY primarily gives to organizations located in Virginia, New York, and California. 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 PUBLIC INTEREST REGISTRY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from PUBLIC INTEREST REGISTRY 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 PUBLIC INTEREST REGISTRY make each year?
In 2024, PUBLIC INTEREST REGISTRY awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $61.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did PUBLIC INTEREST REGISTRY fund recently?
In 2024, PUBLIC INTEREST REGISTRY awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include INTERNET SOCIETY, INTERNET SOCIETY FOUNDATION, and CONNECTED GIVING FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to PUBLIC INTEREST REGISTRY?
PUBLIC INTEREST REGISTRY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.