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THE FOUNDATION IN SUPPORT OF THE ASSOCIATION FOR THE BLIND

THE FOUNDATION IN SUPPORT OF THE ASSOCIATION FOR THE BLIND

Grand Rapids, MI, US
501(c)3
EIN
38-3382541
Regional Funder
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THE FOUNDATION IN SUPPORT OF THE ASSOCIATION FOR THE BLIND

Grand Rapids, MI, US
501(c)3
EIN
38-3382541
Regional Funder

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Est.

1997

Fiscal Year Start

Apr 1

Organization Type

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The Foundation in Support of the Association for the Blind is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking through a relationship-based approach, providing funding by invitation only. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, making it essential for nonprofits to establish connections for potential engagement. Organizations interested in exploring warm-introduction pathways can utilize Impala's Funder Prospecting to facilitate relationships with this funder.

Mission Statement

SUPPORT THE ASSOCIATION FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED
Total Funding Given

$212.1K

2025
Grantees funded
1
Multi-year grantees
100%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

1

Median 1st year grant
$58.7K
Median 2nd year grant
$61.8K
C
Claire Davis Clary
Board Member
B
Bob Wolford
Board Member
G
Gary Anderson Od
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE FOUNDATION IN SUPPORT OF THE ASSOCIATION FOR THE BLIND?
No. THE FOUNDATION IN SUPPORT OF THE ASSOCIATION FOR THE BLIND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE FOUNDATION IN SUPPORT OF THE ASSOCIATION FOR THE BLIND give?
THE FOUNDATION IN SUPPORT OF THE ASSOCIATION FOR THE BLIND 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 THE FOUNDATION IN SUPPORT OF THE ASSOCIATION FOR THE BLIND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE FOUNDATION IN SUPPORT OF THE ASSOCIATION FOR THE BLIND fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $59 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE FOUNDATION IN SUPPORT OF THE ASSOCIATION FOR THE BLIND make each year?
In 2025, THE FOUNDATION IN SUPPORT OF THE ASSOCIATION FOR THE BLIND awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $212 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE FOUNDATION IN SUPPORT OF THE ASSOCIATION FOR THE BLIND fund recently?
In 2025, THE FOUNDATION IN SUPPORT OF THE ASSOCIATION FOR THE BLIND awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include ASSOCIATION FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE FOUNDATION IN SUPPORT OF THE ASSOCIATION FOR THE BLIND?
THE FOUNDATION IN SUPPORT OF THE ASSOCIATION FOR THE BLIND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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