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Est.

2008

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Gridiron Club and Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that engages in relationship-based grantmaking, providing a total of $60K in grants to nine selected grantees in 2024. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on an invitation-only basis. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

CONTRIBUTING TO THE BETTERMENT OF THE JOURNALISTIC COMMUNITY BY ASSISTING JOURNALIST EDUCATION, MAKING CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS TO QUALIFIED JOURNALISM RELATED ENTITITES AND PROMOTING FRIENDLY RELATIONS AND THE EXCHANGE OF IDEAS AMONG MEMBERS.
Total Funding Given
$60K
2024
Grantees funded
9
Multi-year grantees
89%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
3
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
D
David Lauter
Board Member
G
George E Condon Jr
Board Member
K
Karen Tumulty
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE GRIDIRON CLUB AND FOUNDATION?
No. THE GRIDIRON CLUB AND FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE GRIDIRON CLUB AND FOUNDATION give?
THE GRIDIRON CLUB AND FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in District Of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia. 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 GRIDIRON CLUB AND FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE GRIDIRON CLUB AND FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE GRIDIRON CLUB AND FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE GRIDIRON CLUB AND FOUNDATION awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $60 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE GRIDIRON CLUB AND FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE GRIDIRON CLUB AND FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 9 grantees. Recent grantees include UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND COLLEGE PARK FOUNDATION INC, AMERICAN UNIVERSITY, and STUDENT PRESS LAW CENTER. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE GRIDIRON CLUB AND FOUNDATION?
THE GRIDIRON CLUB AND FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.