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Vera French Foundation

Vera French Foundation

Davenport, IA, US
501(c)3
EIN
42-1256448
Regional Funder
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Vera French Foundation

Davenport, IA, US
501(c)3
EIN
42-1256448
Regional Funder

Overview

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Est.

1985

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

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The Vera French Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily in Iowa, having paid a total of $633.8K in grants in 2023. This foundation 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.

Mission Statement

To foster compassionate awareness of mental illness and inspire generous giving in support of the Vera French Community Mental Health Center and the Vera French Housing Corporation.
Total Funding Given

$633.8K

2023
Grantees funded
2
Multi-year grantees
100%
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Total No. of Grants

5

Median 1st year grant
$150.3K
Median 2nd year grant
$264.9K
N
Nathan Sonderoth
Board Member
L
Linda Fennelly
Board Member
J
Jean Friemel
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Vera French Foundation?
No. Vera French Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Vera French Foundation give?
Vera French Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Iowa. 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 Vera French Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Vera French Foundation fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $150 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Vera French Foundation make each year?
In 2023, Vera French Foundation awarded about 5 grants, totaling nearly $634 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Vera French Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, Vera French Foundation awarded grants to about 2 grantees. Recent grantees include Vera French Community Mental Health Center Inc and VERA FRENCH HOUSING CORPORATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Vera French Foundation?
Vera French Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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