UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN IOWA FOUNDATION
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The University of Northern Iowa Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses its grantmaking efforts primarily in Iowa, having paid out $2 million in grants to five grantees in 2023. This foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, granting funds exclusively by invitation. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
SUSTAIN, GROW AND PROMOTE THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN IOWA BY SOLICTING AND MANAGING GIFTS TO SUPPORT THE UNIVERSITY'S EDUCATION , RESEARCH & SCIENTIFIC ACTIVITIES.
Cause Areas
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Education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN IOWA FOUNDATION
$7.9M
51%
DMACC FOUNDATION
$792.2K
5%
UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN IOWA ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
$300.9K
2%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN IOWA FOUNDATION?
No. UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN IOWA FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN IOWA FOUNDATION give?
UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN IOWA 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 UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN IOWA FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN IOWA FOUNDATION fall in the $5 million to $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $19 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN IOWA FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2023, UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN IOWA FOUNDATION awarded about 7 grants, totaling nearly $2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN IOWA FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN IOWA FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 5 grantees. Recent grantees include UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN IOWA FOUNDATION, DMACC FOUNDATION, and UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN IOWA ALUMNI ASSOCIATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN IOWA FOUNDATION?
UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN IOWA FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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