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The Northern Cross Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. With a total of $401.6K in grants paid to 18 grantees in 2024, it does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

Equest Center for Therapeutic Riding Inc
Rockford, MI
$597.2K
32%
INTERNATIONAL PROMISE FOUNDATION
Byron Center, MI
$82.5K
4%

KIDS' FOOD BASKET INC
Grand Rapids, MI
$77.5K
4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE NORTHERN CROSS FOUNDATION?
No. THE NORTHERN CROSS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE NORTHERN CROSS FOUNDATION give?
THE NORTHERN CROSS FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Michigan, Texas, and Colorado. 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 NORTHERN CROSS FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE NORTHERN CROSS FOUNDATION fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $4,567. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE NORTHERN CROSS FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE NORTHERN CROSS FOUNDATION awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $402 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE NORTHERN CROSS FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE NORTHERN CROSS FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include Equest Center for Therapeutic Riding Inc, INTERNATIONAL PROMISE FOUNDATION, and KIDS' FOOD BASKET INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE NORTHERN CROSS FOUNDATION?
THE NORTHERN CROSS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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