THE ILEX FOUNDATION
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The ILEX Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives through a relationship-based approach, providing grants by invitation only. With a total of $36.5K awarded to eight grantees in 2025, the foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Trustees of Boston University
Boston, MA
$375K
63%
SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION
WASHINGTON, DC
$59.3K
10%
MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS
BOSTON, MA
$56K
9%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE ILEX FOUNDATION?
No. THE ILEX FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE ILEX FOUNDATION give?
THE ILEX FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in District Of Columbia, Massachusetts, and Texas. 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 ILEX FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE ILEX FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $4,765. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE ILEX FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2025, THE ILEX FOUNDATION awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $37 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE ILEX FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, THE ILEX FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 8 grantees. Recent grantees include Trustees of Boston University, SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION, and MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE ILEX FOUNDATION?
THE ILEX FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.