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THE RIGHT PLACE INC
Pub 78

THE RIGHT PLACE INC
Pub 78

Grand Rapids, MI, US
501(c)
EIN
38-3262801
Regional Funder
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THE RIGHT PLACE INC
Pub 78

Grand Rapids, MI, US
501(c)
EIN
38-3262801
Regional Funder

Overview

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Est.

1995

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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THE RIGHT PLACE INC is a 501(c) grantmaking organization that focuses its funding primarily in California and Michigan, having paid out $25.4 million in grants to 60 grantees in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with THE RIGHT PLACE INC can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

THE RIGHT PLACE IS THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION THAT DRIVES CURRENT AND LONG-TERM ECONOMIC PROSPERITY IN WEST MICHIGAN.
Total Funding Given

$25.4M

2024
Grantees funded
60
Multi-year grantees
8%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

32

Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$15K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
R
Randy Thelen
Board Member
R
Rick Baker
Board Member
J
John Kennedy
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE RIGHT PLACE INC?
No. THE RIGHT PLACE INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE RIGHT PLACE INC give?
THE RIGHT PLACE INC primarily gives to organizations located in California, Michigan, and Missouri. 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 RIGHT PLACE INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE RIGHT PLACE INC fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE RIGHT PLACE INC make each year?
In 2024, THE RIGHT PLACE INC awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $25.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE RIGHT PLACE INC fund recently?
In 2024, THE RIGHT PLACE INC awarded grants to about 60 grantees. Recent grantees include MECOSTA COUNTY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, VIBRANT FUTURES, and WEST MICHIGAN CONSTRUCTION INSTITUTE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE RIGHT PLACE INC?
THE RIGHT PLACE INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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