GREAT LAKES FOUNDATION
AI Summary
The GREAT LAKES FOUNDATION is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking through a relationship-based approach, providing funding by invitation only. With a total of $30,000 awarded to 11 grantees in 2024, the foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
GRANTMAKING IN SUPPORT OF BOATING EDUCATION, PRESERVING WILDERNESS AREAS, AND DEVELOPING OR REPAIRING MARINE INFRASTRUCTURE.
Cause Areas
2
Boating
Education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
ROCK OF AGES LIGHTHOUSE PRESERVATION SOCIETY
Carlton, MN
$20K
14%
THOUSAND ISLANDS ASSOCIATION INC
Clayton, NY
$19.4K
13%
HANDS ON DECK INCORPORATED
Green Bay, WI
$10K
7%
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Total No. of Grants
3
Median 1st year grant
$5K
Median 2nd year grant
$10.3K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to GREAT LAKES FOUNDATION?
No. GREAT LAKES FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does GREAT LAKES FOUNDATION give?
GREAT LAKES FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and New York. 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 GREAT LAKES FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from GREAT LAKES 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 GREAT LAKES FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, GREAT LAKES FOUNDATION awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $30 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did GREAT LAKES FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, GREAT LAKES FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include ROCK OF AGES LIGHTHOUSE PRESERVATION SOCIETY, THOUSAND ISLANDS ASSOCIATION INC, and HANDS ON DECK INCORPORATED. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to GREAT LAKES FOUNDATION?
GREAT LAKES FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.