AI Summary
The Luster Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that engages in relationship-based funding, providing grants by invitation only. In 2023, the foundation distributed a total of $50K across 10 grantees, and it does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Cause Areas
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY INC
Kennesaw, GA
$210K
41%
THE JOSEPH ASSIGNMENT GLOBAL INITIATIVE
Willow Springs, IL
$74K
15%
Youth Guidance
Chicago, IL
$60K
12%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE LUSTER FOUNDATION?
No. THE LUSTER FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE LUSTER FOUNDATION give?
THE LUSTER FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Georgia, Illinois, and Connecticut. 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 LUSTER FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE LUSTER FOUNDATION fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $5,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE LUSTER FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2023, THE LUSTER FOUNDATION awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $50 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE LUSTER FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE LUSTER FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY INC, THE JOSEPH ASSIGNMENT GLOBAL INITIATIVE, and Youth Guidance. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE LUSTER FOUNDATION?
THE LUSTER FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.