SME EDUCATION FOUNDATION
AI Summary
The SME Education Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, focuses on grantmaking through a relationship-based, invitation-only model, and does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation awarded a total of $100,000 across 26 grantees. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE SME EDUCATION FOUNDATION MISSION IS TO INSPIRE, PREPARE, AND SUPPORT THE NEXT GENERATION OF MANUFACTURING ENGINEERS AND TECHNOLOGISTS.
Cause Areas
2
Education
Manufacturing
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
KETTERING UNIVERSITY
$917.7K
26%
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN
$115K
3%
WORKSHOPS FOR WARRIORS INC
$100K
3%
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Total No. of Grants
47
Median 1st year grant
$15K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to SME EDUCATION FOUNDATION?
No. SME EDUCATION FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does SME EDUCATION FOUNDATION give?
SME EDUCATION FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Michigan, Missouri, and Indiana. 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 SME EDUCATION FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from SME EDUCATION FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $15 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does SME EDUCATION FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, SME EDUCATION FOUNDATION awarded about 50 grants, totaling nearly $100 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did SME EDUCATION FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, SME EDUCATION FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include KETTERING UNIVERSITY, UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN, and WORKSHOPS FOR WARRIORS INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to SME EDUCATION FOUNDATION?
SME EDUCATION FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.