AI Summary
The Specter Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on fostering impactful initiatives through a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. With a total of $5.5 million in grants paid to 146 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.
Cause Areas
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
DREXEL UNIVERSITY
$8.7M
24%
SHARE FOOD PROGRAM
$6.8M
19%
United States Squash Racquets Assoc Inc
$1.5M
4%
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Total No. of Grants
62
Median 1st year grant
$1.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$2.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE SPECTER FOUNDATION?
No. THE SPECTER FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE SPECTER FOUNDATION give?
THE SPECTER FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Pennsylvania, New York, and California. 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 SPECTER FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE SPECTER FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $1,500. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE SPECTER FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE SPECTER FOUNDATION awarded about 60 grants, totaling nearly $5.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE SPECTER FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE SPECTER FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 150 grantees. Recent grantees include DREXEL UNIVERSITY, SHARE FOOD PROGRAM, and United States Squash Racquets Assoc Inc. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE SPECTER FOUNDATION?
THE SPECTER FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.