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The Gallagher Family Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Iowa, with additional support in Washington, D.C., and Minnesota. The foundation operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
LORAS COLLEGE
$3M
26%
Clarke University of Dubuque Iowa
$1.5M
13%
UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN IOWA FOUNDATION
$666.5K
6%
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Total No. of Grants
60
Median 1st year grant
$3K
Median 2nd year grant
$5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE GALLAGHER FAMILY FOUNDATION?
No. THE GALLAGHER FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE GALLAGHER FAMILY FOUNDATION give?
THE GALLAGHER FAMILY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Iowa, District Of Columbia, and Minnesota. 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 THE GALLAGHER FAMILY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE GALLAGHER FAMILY FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $3,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE GALLAGHER FAMILY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE GALLAGHER FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded about 60 grants, totaling nearly $1.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE GALLAGHER FAMILY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE GALLAGHER FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 50 grantees. Recent grantees include LORAS COLLEGE, Clarke University of Dubuque Iowa, and UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN IOWA FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE GALLAGHER FAMILY FOUNDATION?
THE GALLAGHER FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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