AI Summary
The Charlson Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that engages in relationship-based grantmaking, providing funding exclusively by invitation and not accepting unsolicited proposals. With a total of $560K in grants paid to 40 grantees in 2025, nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Cause Areas
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Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
OASIS FOR YOUTH
Bloomington, MN
$180K
6%
VEAP Inc
Bloomington, MN
$170K
5%
The Lift Garage
Minneapolis, MN
$135.2K
4%
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Total No. of Grants
19
Median 1st year grant
$20K
Median 2nd year grant
$25K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Charlson Foundation?
No. Charlson Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Charlson Foundation give?
Charlson Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Minnesota, Colorado, and Maryland. 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 Charlson Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Charlson Foundation fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $20 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Charlson Foundation make each year?
In 2025, Charlson Foundation awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $560 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Charlson Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, Charlson Foundation awarded grants to about 40 grantees. Recent grantees include OASIS FOR YOUTH, VEAP Inc, and The Lift Garage. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Charlson Foundation?
Charlson Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.