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The Western Michigan University Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that primarily focuses on funding initiatives within Michigan. It operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants solely by invitation. Nonprofits interested in connecting with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
MAINTAINING AND ENHANCING AN ENDOWMENT FUND FOR WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY
Cause Areas
1
Education
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Total Funding
Funding Share
WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY
$74.3M
31%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION?
No. WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION give?
WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Michigan. 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 WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $42 million. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $43.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION?
WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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