VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS FOUNDATION
AI Summary
The Veterans of Foreign Wars Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on supporting veterans and their families through targeted grantmaking. In 2025, the foundation awarded a total of $5.6 million across 46 grantees, operating on a relationship-based model that does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities are encouraged to explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
See Schedule O
Cause Areas
3
Community service
Public administration
Job Preparation & Procurement
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Veterans of Foreign Wars of The United States
$29.9M
98%
PARK UNIVERSITY
$80K
< 1%
OPERATION RAMP IT UP FOR VETERANS
$68.9K
< 1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS FOUNDATION?
No. VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS FOUNDATION give?
VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Missouri, Ohio, and Maryland. 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 VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS FOUNDATION fall in the $5 million to $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $7,197. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2025, VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS FOUNDATION awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $5.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 50 grantees. Recent grantees include Veterans of Foreign Wars of The United States, PARK UNIVERSITY, and OPERATION RAMP IT UP FOR VETERANS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS FOUNDATION?
VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.