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The Eleanor & Edsel Ford Fund is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that is currently open for unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the fund paid a total of $850K across six grantees, with a significant focus on Michigan. 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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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
HENRY FORD HEALTH SYSTEM
$2.9M
24%

UNIVERSITY LIGGETT SCHOOL
$2.9M
24%

THE DETROIT INSTITUTE OF ARTS
$2.7M
22%
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Total No. of Grants
6
Median 1st year grant
$330K
Median 2nd year grant
$220K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to ELEANOR & EDSEL FORD FUND?
Yes. ELEANOR & EDSEL FORD FUND accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does ELEANOR & EDSEL FORD FUND give?
ELEANOR & EDSEL FORD FUND 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 ELEANOR & EDSEL FORD FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from ELEANOR & EDSEL FORD FUND fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $330 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does ELEANOR & EDSEL FORD FUND make each year?
In 2024, ELEANOR & EDSEL FORD FUND awarded about 6 grants, totaling nearly $850 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did ELEANOR & EDSEL FORD FUND fund recently?
In 2024, ELEANOR & EDSEL FORD FUND awarded grants to about 6 grantees. Recent grantees include HENRY FORD HEALTH SYSTEM, UNIVERSITY LIGGETT SCHOOL, and THE DETROIT INSTITUTE OF ARTS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to ELEANOR & EDSEL FORD FUND?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.
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