THE BIG TEN CONFERENCE INC
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The Big Ten Conference Inc, a 501(c)(3) organization, focuses its grantmaking primarily in Michigan, Indiana, and Illinois, having paid a total of $844 million in grants in 2023. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
SHARED PRACTICES AND POLICIES THAT ENFORCE THE PRIORITY OF ACADEMICS IN STUDENT-ATHLETES' LIVES.
Cause Areas
1
Sports training
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN
$464.9M
8%
MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
$464.8M
8%

PURDUE UNIVERSITY
$464.6M
8%
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Total No. of Grants
14
Median 1st year grant
$27.6M
Median 2nd year grant
$32.4M
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE BIG TEN CONFERENCE INC?
No. THE BIG TEN CONFERENCE INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE BIG TEN CONFERENCE INC give?
THE BIG TEN CONFERENCE INC primarily gives to organizations located in Michigan, Indiana, and Illinois. 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 BIG TEN CONFERENCE INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE BIG TEN CONFERENCE INC fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $27.6 million. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE BIG TEN CONFERENCE INC make each year?
In 2023, THE BIG TEN CONFERENCE INC awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $844 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE BIG TEN CONFERENCE INC fund recently?
In 2024, THE BIG TEN CONFERENCE INC awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN, MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY, and PURDUE UNIVERSITY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE BIG TEN CONFERENCE INC?
THE BIG TEN CONFERENCE INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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