Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Austin, TX, US
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501(c)(3)
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EIN
36-4336415
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Austin, TX, US
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501(c)(3)
•
EIN
36-4336415
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
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The Michael & Susan Dell Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that actively supports a wide range of initiatives, having paid out a total of $163.8 million in grants to 784 grantees in 2024. The foundation is open for unsolicited proposals, encouraging prospective applicants to review the 'How to Apply' section of their current profile page to determine their fit for funding opportunities, with a notable focus on Texas, Colorado, and New York.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN
$81.3M
9%

MOBILE LOAVES & FISHES INC
$23.5M
2%
CHARTER FUND INC D/B/A CHARTER SCHOOL GROWTH FUND
$7.5M
< 1%
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Total No. of Grants
836
Median 1st year grant
$12K
Median 2nd year grant
$11.2K
Top 3 Grants
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Michael & Susan Dell Foundation?
Yes. Michael & Susan Dell Foundation accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting their website.
Where does Michael & Susan Dell Foundation give?
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Texas, Colorado, 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 Michael & Susan Dell Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Michael & Susan Dell Foundation fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $12 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Michael & Susan Dell Foundation make each year?
In 2024, Michael & Susan Dell Foundation awarded about 840 grants, totaling nearly $163.8 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Michael & Susan Dell Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, Michael & Susan Dell Foundation awarded grants to about 780 grantees. Recent grantees include UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN, MOBILE LOAVES & FISHES INC, and CHARTER FUND INC D/B/A CHARTER SCHOOL GROWTH FUND. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Michael & Susan Dell Foundation?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting Michael & Susan Dell Foundation’s website.
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