AI Summary
The Panera Bread Foundation Inc, a 501(c)3 organization, focuses on grantmaking through a relationship-based, invitation-only model, having paid out $2.2 million in grants to 54 grantees in 2024. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals, making it essential for nonprofits to engage through established connections. Nonprofits can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting to facilitate potential engagement.
Mission Statement
Panera Bread Foundation, Inc. seeks to eliminate and raise awareness of food insecurity. It obtains funds through public contributions
Cause Areas
2
Food aid
Philanthropy
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Houston Inc
Houston, TX
$300K
6%
ACHIEVE MIAMI INC
CORAL GABLES, FL
$300K
6%
GIRLS INCORPORATED OF ALAMEDA COUNTY
Oakland, CA
$225K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
30
Median 1st year grant
$50K
Median 2nd year grant
$75K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Panera Bread Foundation Inc?
No. Panera Bread Foundation Inc does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Panera Bread Foundation Inc give?
Panera Bread Foundation Inc primarily gives to organizations located in Florida, California, and Illinois. 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 Panera Bread Foundation Inc’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Panera Bread Foundation Inc fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $50 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Panera Bread Foundation Inc make each year?
In 2024, Panera Bread Foundation Inc awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $2.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Panera Bread Foundation Inc fund recently?
In 2024, Panera Bread Foundation Inc awarded grants to about 50 grantees. Recent grantees include Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Houston Inc, ACHIEVE MIAMI INC, and GIRLS INCORPORATED OF ALAMEDA COUNTY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Panera Bread Foundation Inc?
Panera Bread Foundation Inc does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.