NORTH SOUTH FOUNDATION

AI Summary
The North South Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives through a relationship-based approach, making grants by invitation only. In 2023, the foundation awarded a total of $174.9K across five grantees. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, but nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Mission Statement
Empower every child to achieve their maximum potential. 1) Provide education scholarships and resources to needy children, 2) Empower every child to excel in education and to be an empathetic holistic leader, and 3)Provide a platform for volunteers to support the community.
Cause Areas
2
Education
Scholarships & Financial Aid
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

ASHOKA
ARLINGTON, VA
$320K
69%
PEARLS OF INDIA FOUNDATION
Burr Ridge, IL
$61.7K
13%
SEHGAL FOUNDATION
Des Moines, IA
$12.5K
3%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to NORTH SOUTH FOUNDATION?
No. NORTH SOUTH FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does NORTH SOUTH FOUNDATION give?
NORTH SOUTH FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Virginia, Illinois, and Iowa. 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 NORTH SOUTH FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from NORTH SOUTH FOUNDATION fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $13 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does NORTH SOUTH FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2023, NORTH SOUTH FOUNDATION awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $175 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did NORTH SOUTH FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, NORTH SOUTH FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 5 grantees. Recent grantees include ASHOKA, PEARLS OF INDIA FOUNDATION, and SEHGAL FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to NORTH SOUTH FOUNDATION?
NORTH SOUTH FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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