AI Summary
The Marian Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on fostering relationships with its grantees, making grants by invitation only. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, emphasizing a relationship-based engagement approach. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

OPERATION FOOD SEARCH INC
ST. LOUIS, MO
$12.1K
1%

GUARDIAN ANGEL SETTLEMENT ASSOCIATION
St. Louis, MO
$8.1K
< 1%
THE LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE BLIND
St. Louis, MO
$8.1K
< 1%
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Total No. of Grants
40
Median 1st year grant
$1.9K
Median 2nd year grant
$2.3K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE MARIAN FOUNDATION?
No. THE MARIAN FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE MARIAN FOUNDATION give?
THE MARIAN FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Missouri, Massachusetts, and Georgia. 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 MARIAN FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE MARIAN FOUNDATION fall in the below $5,000 range. The median first-year grant is about $1,900. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE MARIAN FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE MARIAN FOUNDATION awarded about 40 grants, totaling nearly $108 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE MARIAN FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE MARIAN FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include OPERATION FOOD SEARCH INC, GUARDIAN ANGEL SETTLEMENT ASSOCIATION, and THE LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE BLIND. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE MARIAN FOUNDATION?
THE MARIAN FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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