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The SMIKIS Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Minnesota, California, and Washington, D.C. It operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are awarded by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Cause Areas
1
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
The Constellation Fund
$530K
5%
PROJECT SUCCESS
$490K
5%
THE CENTER FOR VICTIMS OF TORTURE
$460K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
17
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to SMIKIS FOUNDATION?
No. SMIKIS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does SMIKIS FOUNDATION give?
SMIKIS FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Minnesota, California, and District Of Columbia. 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 SMIKIS FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from SMIKIS FOUNDATION fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does SMIKIS FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, SMIKIS FOUNDATION awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $803 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did SMIKIS FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, SMIKIS FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 70 grantees. Recent grantees include The Constellation Fund, PROJECT SUCCESS, and THE CENTER FOR VICTIMS OF TORTURE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to SMIKIS FOUNDATION?
SMIKIS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.