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THE GALLAGHER FAMILY FOUNDATION

THE GALLAGHER FAMILY FOUNDATION

WATERLOO, IA, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
42-1362579
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
Family Foundation
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THE GALLAGHER FAMILY FOUNDATION

WATERLOO, IA, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
42-1362579
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
Family Foundation

Overview

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Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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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.

Total Funding Given

$1.6M

2024
Grantees funded
54
Multi-year grantees
89%
Funding by Year
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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
Grantee
Grant Size
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Nancy Fischer
Board Member
J
John J Burns
Board Member
E
Ej Gallagher Iii
Board Member

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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