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The Bellwether Foundation II is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on providing support through invitation-only grants, engaging in a relationship-based approach with its grantees. With a total of $350K distributed among 25 organizations in 2025, it does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Cause Areas
1
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE VOTER PARTICIPATION CENTER
Washington, DC
$440K
7%
VOTO LATINO INC
Washington, DC
$420K
6%
GROUNDSWELL INC
Washington, DC
$335K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
8
Median 1st year grant
$40K
Median 2nd year grant
$45K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE BELLWETHER FOUNDATION II?
No. THE BELLWETHER FOUNDATION II does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE BELLWETHER FOUNDATION II give?
THE BELLWETHER FOUNDATION II primarily gives to organizations located in California, District Of Columbia, and Maryland. 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 BELLWETHER FOUNDATION II’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE BELLWETHER FOUNDATION II fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $40 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE BELLWETHER FOUNDATION II make each year?
In 2025, THE BELLWETHER FOUNDATION II awarded about 8 grants, totaling nearly $350 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE BELLWETHER FOUNDATION II fund recently?
In 2025, THE BELLWETHER FOUNDATION II awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include THE VOTER PARTICIPATION CENTER, VOTO LATINO INC, and GROUNDSWELL INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE BELLWETHER FOUNDATION II?
THE BELLWETHER FOUNDATION II does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.