AI Summary
The LSE Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding, providing grants exclusively by invitation. Currently, it does not accept unsolicited proposals, meaning nonprofits interested in securing support must engage through established connections. Nonprofits can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting to facilitate potential engagement with the foundation.
Mission Statement
THE LSE FOUNDATION ("THE FOUNDATION") IS DEDICATED TO INFORMING NORTH AMERICAN FOUNDATIONS ABOUT LSE ACADEMIC PRIORITIES AND APPLYING FOR GRANTS IN SUPPORT OF THEM.
Cause Areas
2
Foundations
International relations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE AMERICAN FUND FOR LSE
New York, NY
$3.9M
100%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to LSE FOUNDATION?
No. LSE FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does LSE FOUNDATION give?
LSE FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in 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 LSE FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from LSE FOUNDATION fall in the $500 thousand to $1 million range. The median first-year grant is about $768 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does LSE FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, LSE FOUNDATION awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $585 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did LSE FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, LSE FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include THE AMERICAN FUND FOR LSE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to LSE FOUNDATION?
LSE FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.