BE THE MATCH FOUNDATION
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The NMDP Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses its grantmaking efforts primarily in Minnesota, Washington, and Texas, having paid a total of $6 million across 34 grantees in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the NMDP Foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
FUNDRAISING TO SUPPORT THE MISSION OF THE NATIONAL MARROW DONOR PROGRAM (NMDP)/ BE THE MATCH: TO SAVE LIVES THROUGH CELLULAR THERAPY.
Cause Areas
2
Organ and tissue banks
Philanthropy
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
NATIONAL MARROW DONOR PROGRAM
$44.9M
88%
FRED HUTCHINSON CANCER RESEARCH CENTER
$1.1M
2%
ST LOUIS UNIVERSITY
$538K
1%
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Total No. of Grants
17
Median 1st year grant
$40K
Median 2nd year grant
$80K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to BE THE MATCH FOUNDATION?
No. BE THE MATCH FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does BE THE MATCH FOUNDATION give?
BE THE MATCH FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Minnesota, Washington, and Texas. 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 BE THE MATCH FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from BE THE MATCH FOUNDATION fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $40 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does BE THE MATCH FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, BE THE MATCH FOUNDATION awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did BE THE MATCH FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, BE THE MATCH FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include NATIONAL MARROW DONOR PROGRAM, FRED HUTCHINSON CANCER RESEARCH CENTER, and ST LOUIS UNIVERSITY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to BE THE MATCH FOUNDATION?
BE THE MATCH FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.