WORKERS DEFENSE PROJECT
AI Summary
The Workers Defense Project is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives that benefit workers, with a total of $870.9K in grants paid to 16 grantees in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the organization can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
WORKERS DEFENSE PROJECT IS A MEMBER-LED ORGANIZATION THAT ORGANIZES LATINE IMMIGRANT WORKERS IN TEXAS TO FIGHT FOR DIGNITY AND RESPECT.
Cause Areas
2
Organized labor
Early childhood education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
WORKERS DEFENSE ACTION FUND
Austin, TX
$1.1M
48%
WORKERS DEFENSE PROJECT
Austin, TX
$494.1K
22%
TEXAS ORGANIZING PROJECT EDUCATION FUND
San Antonio, TX
$164.1K
7%
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Total No. of Grants
3
Median 1st year grant
$18.3K
Median 2nd year grant
$40K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to WORKERS DEFENSE PROJECT?
No. WORKERS DEFENSE PROJECT does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does WORKERS DEFENSE PROJECT give?
WORKERS DEFENSE PROJECT primarily gives to organizations located in Texas, District Of Columbia, and New York. 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 WORKERS DEFENSE PROJECT’s grants?
The largest share of grants from WORKERS DEFENSE PROJECT fall in the $250 thousand to $500 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $18 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does WORKERS DEFENSE PROJECT make each year?
In 2024, WORKERS DEFENSE PROJECT awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $871 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did WORKERS DEFENSE PROJECT fund recently?
In 2024, WORKERS DEFENSE PROJECT awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include WORKERS DEFENSE ACTION FUND, WORKERS DEFENSE PROJECT, and TEXAS ORGANIZING PROJECT EDUCATION FUND. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to WORKERS DEFENSE PROJECT?
WORKERS DEFENSE PROJECT does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.