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The Sumner T. McKnight Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on building relationships with nonprofits, providing funding by invitation only. With a total of $50,000 awarded to 14 grantees in 2024, the foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
HARFORD LAND TRUST INC
Bel Air, MD
$145K
20%
Upstream Alliance Inc
Annapolis, MD
$140K
19%
BAY JOURNAL MEDIA INC
Mayo, MD
$117.5K
16%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to SUMNER T MCKNIGHT FOUNDATION?
No. SUMNER T MCKNIGHT FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does SUMNER T MCKNIGHT FOUNDATION give?
SUMNER T MCKNIGHT FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Colorado. 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 SUMNER T MCKNIGHT FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from SUMNER T MCKNIGHT FOUNDATION fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $7,500. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does SUMNER T MCKNIGHT FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, SUMNER T MCKNIGHT FOUNDATION awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $50 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did SUMNER T MCKNIGHT FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, SUMNER T MCKNIGHT FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include HARFORD LAND TRUST INC, Upstream Alliance Inc, and BAY JOURNAL MEDIA INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to SUMNER T MCKNIGHT FOUNDATION?
SUMNER T MCKNIGHT FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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