THE GILBERT FAMILY FOUNDATION
Detroit, MI, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
35-7294609
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Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
Detroit, MI, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
35-7294609
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Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
AI Summary
The Gilbert Family Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that made $112.9 million in grants to 159 grantees in 2024. This foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants strictly by invitation. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
HENRY FORD HEALTH SYSTEM
$45.6M
13%

ENTERPRISE COMMUNITY PARTNERS INC
$24.2M
7%
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN
$19.2M
6%
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Total No. of Grants
140
Median 1st year grant
$145K
Median 2nd year grant
$370K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE GILBERT FAMILY FOUNDATION?
No. THE GILBERT FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE GILBERT FAMILY FOUNDATION give?
THE GILBERT FAMILY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Michigan, Maryland, and Ohio. 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 GILBERT FAMILY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE GILBERT FAMILY FOUNDATION fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $145 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE GILBERT FAMILY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE GILBERT FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded about 140 grants, totaling nearly $112.9 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE GILBERT FAMILY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE GILBERT FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 160 grantees. Recent grantees include HENRY FORD HEALTH SYSTEM, ENTERPRISE COMMUNITY PARTNERS INC, and COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE GILBERT FAMILY FOUNDATION?
THE GILBERT FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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