DETROIT PISTONS FOUNDATION
AI Summary
The Detroit Pistons Foundation, a 501(c)3 organization, has a focused grantmaking approach, having awarded a total of $115.5K to 50 grantees in 2025. This foundation operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation may explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
DEVELOPING PROGRAMS THAT PROMOTE EDUCATION, MENTORING, ATHLETICS, HEALTH, FITNESS AND NUTRITION. PISTONS FOUNDATION MAKES ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP GRANTS TO UNDERPRIVILEGED YOUTH TO PROMOTE THE PURSUIT OF A HIGHER EDUCATION.
Cause Areas
1
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
SAY DETROIT
$450K
26%
BING YOUTH INSTITUTE
$260K
15%
FORGOTTEN HARVEST INC
$220K
13%
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Total No. of Grants
19
Median 1st year grant
$0
Median 2nd year grant
$13.1K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to DETROIT PISTONS FOUNDATION?
No. DETROIT PISTONS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does DETROIT PISTONS FOUNDATION give?
DETROIT PISTONS FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Michigan, Massachusetts, and New York. 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 DETROIT PISTONS FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from DETROIT PISTONS FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $0. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does DETROIT PISTONS FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2025, DETROIT PISTONS FOUNDATION awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $116 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did DETROIT PISTONS FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, DETROIT PISTONS FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include SAY DETROIT, BING YOUTH INSTITUTE, and FORGOTTEN HARVEST INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to DETROIT PISTONS FOUNDATION?
DETROIT PISTONS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.