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The Pepper Family Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. With a total of $3.2 million awarded to 40 grantees in 2024, the foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Northwestern University
$1.4M
16%
The Art Institute of Chicago
$1.2M
13%
SHEDD AQUARIUM SOCIETY
$500K
6%
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Total No. of Grants
28
Median 1st year grant
$27.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to PEPPER FAMILY FOUNDATION?
No. PEPPER FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does PEPPER FAMILY FOUNDATION give?
PEPPER FAMILY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, Arkansas, 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 PEPPER FAMILY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from PEPPER FAMILY FOUNDATION fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $28 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does PEPPER FAMILY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, PEPPER FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $3.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did PEPPER FAMILY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, PEPPER FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 40 grantees. Recent grantees include Northwestern University, The Art Institute of Chicago, and SHEDD AQUARIUM SOCIETY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to PEPPER FAMILY FOUNDATION?
PEPPER FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.