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AI Summary

The Upper Mississippi Gaming Corp is a 501(c) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives within its defined geographic area. With a total of $604K in grants paid to 39 grantees in 2025, the organization operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, granting funds by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

DISTRIBUTE CONVENTURE INCOME TO ORGANIZATIONS
Total Funding Given
$604K
2025
Grantees funded
39
Multi-year grantees
49%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
30
Median 1st year grant
$12.7K
Median 2nd year grant
$15K
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Dean Courtnage
Board Member
D
Dan Kuempel
Board Member
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Ray Peterson
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UPPER MISSISSIPPI GAMING CORP?
No. UPPER MISSISSIPPI GAMING CORP does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UPPER MISSISSIPPI GAMING CORP give?
UPPER MISSISSIPPI GAMING CORP primarily gives to organizations located in Iowa and Wisconsin. 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 UPPER MISSISSIPPI GAMING CORP’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UPPER MISSISSIPPI GAMING CORP fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $13 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does UPPER MISSISSIPPI GAMING CORP make each year?
In 2025, UPPER MISSISSIPPI GAMING CORP awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $604 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UPPER MISSISSIPPI GAMING CORP fund recently?
In 2025, UPPER MISSISSIPPI GAMING CORP awarded grants to about 40 grantees. Recent grantees include Clayton County Development Group Inc, MOTOR MILL FOUNDATION OF CLAYTON COUNTY, and VCTC Inc. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UPPER MISSISSIPPI GAMING CORP?
UPPER MISSISSIPPI GAMING CORP does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.