AI Summary
The Donnelley Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on building relationships within the nonprofit sector and provides funding exclusively by invitation. In 2024, the foundation paid a total of $734.4K across 149 grantees, but it does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Cause Areas
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Lake Forest College
$142K
4%
Chicago Youth Centers
$124K
4%

NORTON MUSEUM OF ART INC
$88K
3%
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Total No. of Grants
152
Median 1st year grant
$1.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$2K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE DONNELLEY FOUNDATION?
No. THE DONNELLEY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE DONNELLEY FOUNDATION give?
THE DONNELLEY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, California, and Florida. 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 DONNELLEY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE DONNELLEY FOUNDATION fall in the below $5,000 range. The median first-year grant is about $1,500. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE DONNELLEY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE DONNELLEY FOUNDATION awarded about 150 grants, totaling nearly $734 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE DONNELLEY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE DONNELLEY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 150 grantees. Recent grantees include Lake Forest College, Chicago Youth Centers, and NORTON MUSEUM OF ART INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE DONNELLEY FOUNDATION?
THE DONNELLEY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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