The George Gund Foundation
Cleveland, OH, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
34-6519769
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
Cleveland, OH, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
34-6519769
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
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The George Gund Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that has awarded a total of $29.8 million across 491 grantees in 2024, primarily focusing on Ohio, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. The Foundation is currently open for unsolicited proposals, and prospective applicants are encouraged to review the 'How to Apply' section of the current profile page to determine their fit for funding opportunities.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE CLEVELAND FOUNDATION
$30.2M
10%

THE FOUNDATION FIGHTING BLINDNESS INC
$19.5M
7%
FUND FOR OUR ECONOMIC FUTURE OF NORTHEAST OHIO
$9.4M
3%
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Total No. of Grants
334
Median 1st year grant
$35K
Median 2nd year grant
$50K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to The George Gund Foundation?
Yes. The George Gund Foundation accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting their website.
Where does The George Gund Foundation give?
The George Gund Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Ohio, Maryland, 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 George Gund Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from The George Gund Foundation fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $35 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does The George Gund Foundation make each year?
In 2024, The George Gund Foundation awarded about 330 grants, totaling nearly $29.8 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did The George Gund Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, The George Gund Foundation awarded grants to about 490 grantees. Recent grantees include THE CLEVELAND FOUNDATION, THE FOUNDATION FIGHTING BLINDNESS INC, and FUND FOR OUR ECONOMIC FUTURE OF NORTHEAST OHIO. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to The George Gund Foundation?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting The George Gund Foundation’s website.
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