Closed
This organization closed in 2021. It filed a final 990 indicating termination and no longer appears as active in IRS records, as it is absent from the EO Business Master File and Pub78 List.
AI Summary
The Canaan Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking within the foundations sector. In 2021, the foundation paid a total of $12K across three 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.
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Cause Areas
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
LIVING HOPE ASSEMBLY OF GOD
CALEDONIA, MI
$2.1K
13%
TRAVERSE LIFE CENTER
Traverse City, MI
$1.4K
9%
Mission Eurasia
Franklin, TN
$600
4%
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Total No. of Grants
5
Median 1st year grant
$1K
Median 2nd year grant
$276
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Canaan Foundation?
Yes. Canaan Foundation accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does Canaan Foundation give?
Canaan Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Michigan, Tennessee, and Florida. 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 Canaan Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Canaan Foundation fall in the below $5,000 range. The median first-year grant is about $1,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Canaan Foundation make each year?
In 2021, Canaan Foundation awarded about 5 grants, totaling nearly $12 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Canaan Foundation fund recently?
In 2021, Canaan Foundation awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include LIVING HOPE ASSEMBLY OF GOD, TRAVERSE LIFE CENTER, and Mission Eurasia. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Canaan Foundation?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.
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