Think Small
Think Small
Think Small
AI Summary
Think Small is a 501(c)(3) grantmaker that reported $8.7M in total grants paid to 43 grantees in filing year 2025. It does not accept unsolicited proposals and makes grants through relationship-based, invitation-only engagement; nonprofits can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala’s Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
To advance quality care and education of children in their crucial early years.
Cause Areas
2
Education
Child care
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
PARENTS IN COMMUNITY ACTION INC
Minneapolis, MN
$8.5M
5%
Community Action Partnership of Ramsey and Washington Counties
St. Paul, MN
$6.2M
3%
LACRECHE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTERS INC
Minneapolis, MN
$4.3M
2%
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Total No. of Grants
241
Median 1st year grant
$14.6K
Median 2nd year grant
$30.1K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
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- 156 grantees
- 51 board & team members
- 11 historic 990s & financials
- 6-year operating budget trend
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Think Small?
No. Think Small does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Think Small give?
Think Small primarily gives to organizations located in Minnesota, Oregon, 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 Think Small’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Think Small fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $15 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Think Small make each year?
In 2024, Think Small awarded about 240 grants, totaling nearly $26.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Think Small fund recently?
In 2024, Think Small awarded grants to about 160 grantees. Recent grantees include PARENTS IN COMMUNITY ACTION INC, Community Action Partnership of Ramsey and Washington Counties, and LACRECHE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTERS INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Think Small?
Think Small does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.