AI Summary
The Pioneer Fund is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding, operating by invitation only and not accepting unsolicited proposals. In the filing year 2024, the fund distributed a total of $76.2K across 10 grantees. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Cause Areas
2
Foundations
Philanthropy
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
HELMAR SKATING FUND
Denver, CO
$75K
31%
The Red Road Inc
Franklin, TN
$7K
3%
UCLA FOUNDATION
Los Angeles, CA
$5K
2%
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Total No. of Grants
6
Median 1st year grant
$2K
Median 2nd year grant
$2.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE PIONEER FUND?
No. THE PIONEER FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE PIONEER FUND give?
THE PIONEER FUND primarily gives to organizations located in Colorado, Tennessee, and Pennsylvania. 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 PIONEER FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE PIONEER FUND fall in the below $5,000 range. The median first-year grant is about $2,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE PIONEER FUND make each year?
In 2024, THE PIONEER FUND awarded about 6 grants, totaling nearly $76 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE PIONEER FUND fund recently?
In 2024, THE PIONEER FUND awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include HELMAR SKATING FUND, The Red Road Inc, and UCLA FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE PIONEER FUND?
THE PIONEER FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.