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Est.

1985

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Black River Education and Wellness Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofit initiatives through a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. In 2023, the foundation distributed a total of $105,000 across 13 grantees and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting to connect with the foundation.

Mission Statement

TO PROMOTE AND SUPPORT HEALTH AND WELLNESS INITIATIVES WHICH WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THE IMPROVEMENT OF LIFE FOR THE RESIDENTS OF THE GREATER LORAIN COUNTY AREA.
Total Funding Given
$105K
2023
Grantees funded
13
Multi-year grantees
8%
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Total No. of Grants
4
Median 1st year grant
$34K
Median 2nd year grant
$33K
J
Joan M Mason
Board Member
D
Donald S Sheldon
Board Member
C
Chris Mead
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to BLACK RIVER EDUCATION AND WELLNESS FOUNDATION?
No. BLACK RIVER EDUCATION AND WELLNESS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does BLACK RIVER EDUCATION AND WELLNESS FOUNDATION give?
BLACK RIVER EDUCATION AND WELLNESS FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Ohio, Idaho, 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 BLACK RIVER EDUCATION AND WELLNESS FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from BLACK RIVER EDUCATION AND WELLNESS FOUNDATION fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $34 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does BLACK RIVER EDUCATION AND WELLNESS FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2023, BLACK RIVER EDUCATION AND WELLNESS FOUNDATION awarded about 4 grants, totaling nearly $105 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did BLACK RIVER EDUCATION AND WELLNESS FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, BLACK RIVER EDUCATION AND WELLNESS FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include SECOND HARVEST FOODBANK OF NORTH CENTRAL OHIO, VILLAGE PROJECT, and LORAIN COUNTY FREE CLINIC INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to BLACK RIVER EDUCATION AND WELLNESS FOUNDATION?
BLACK RIVER EDUCATION AND WELLNESS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.