TERRA FOUNDATION FOR AMERICAN ART
Chicago, IL, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
36-2999442
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Open for Solicitation
Private Operating Foundation
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
Chicago, IL, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
36-2999442
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Open for Solicitation
Private Operating Foundation
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
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The Terra Foundation for American Art, a 501(c)3 organization, is dedicated to supporting initiatives in the fields of foundations and media access and policy. In 2024, the foundation has allocated $14.3 million across 249 grantees and is currently open for unsolicited proposals. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the 'How to Apply' section of the foundation's profile page to determine their fit for funding opportunities.
Cause Areas
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Media access and policy
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE STUDIO MUSEUM IN HARLEM
$1M
2%
IFF
$1M
2%
WHITNEY MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART
$875K
1%
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Total No. of Grants
199
Median 1st year grant
$50K
Median 2nd year grant
$50K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to TERRA FOUNDATION FOR AMERICAN ART?
Yes. TERRA FOUNDATION FOR AMERICAN ART 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 TERRA FOUNDATION FOR AMERICAN ART give?
TERRA FOUNDATION FOR AMERICAN ART primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, 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 TERRA FOUNDATION FOR AMERICAN ART’s grants?
The largest share of grants from TERRA FOUNDATION FOR AMERICAN ART fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $50 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does TERRA FOUNDATION FOR AMERICAN ART make each year?
In 2024, TERRA FOUNDATION FOR AMERICAN ART awarded about 200 grants, totaling nearly $14.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did TERRA FOUNDATION FOR AMERICAN ART fund recently?
In 2024, TERRA FOUNDATION FOR AMERICAN ART awarded grants to about 250 grantees. Recent grantees include THE STUDIO MUSEUM IN HARLEM, IFF, and WHITNEY MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to TERRA FOUNDATION FOR AMERICAN ART?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting TERRA FOUNDATION FOR AMERICAN ART’s website.
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