WILLIAM & LISA FORD FOUNDATION
Detroit, MI, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
38-3441138
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
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The William & Lisa Ford Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on the fields of foundations and communication media. In 2024, the foundation has paid a total of $130K in grants to 47 grantees and is currently open for unsolicited proposals. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the 'How to Apply' section of the current profile page to assess their fit for funding opportunities.
Cause Areas
2
Communication media
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
HENRY FORD HEALTH SYSTEM
$1.6M
14%

The Trustees of Princeton University
$1.5M
13%

GLOBALGIVING FOUNDATION INC
$800K
7%
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Total No. of Grants
6
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$15K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to WILLIAM & LISA FORD FOUNDATION?
Yes. WILLIAM & LISA FORD FOUNDATION accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does WILLIAM & LISA FORD FOUNDATION give?
WILLIAM & LISA FORD FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Michigan, New Jersey, and District Of Columbia. 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 WILLIAM & LISA FORD FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from WILLIAM & LISA FORD FOUNDATION 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 WILLIAM & LISA FORD FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, WILLIAM & LISA FORD FOUNDATION awarded about 6 grants, totaling nearly $130 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did WILLIAM & LISA FORD FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, WILLIAM & LISA FORD FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 50 grantees. Recent grantees include HENRY FORD HEALTH SYSTEM, The Trustees of Princeton University, and GLOBALGIVING FOUNDATION INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to WILLIAM & LISA FORD FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.
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