AI Summary
The Lerner Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. In 2024, the foundation paid a total of $1.4 million in grants to 26 grantees and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Cause Areas
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Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
JEWISH FEDERATION OF CLEVELAND
CLEVELAND, OH
$2.8M
34%
CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY
Cleveland, OH
$1.3M
16%
The Musical Arts Association
Cleveland, OH
$1M
13%
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Total No. of Grants
20
Median 1st year grant
$8.8K
Median 2nd year grant
$20K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE LERNER FOUNDATION?
No. THE LERNER FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE LERNER FOUNDATION give?
THE LERNER FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Ohio, New York, and District Of Columbia. 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 LERNER FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE LERNER FOUNDATION fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $8,750. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE LERNER FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE LERNER FOUNDATION awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $1.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE LERNER FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE LERNER FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include JEWISH FEDERATION OF CLEVELAND, CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY, and The Musical Arts Association. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE LERNER FOUNDATION?
THE LERNER FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.