BIOSTL
St. Louis, MO, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
45-2137574
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Research Institutes & Public Policy Analysis
Regional Funder
St. Louis, MO, US
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501(c)3
•
EIN
45-2137574
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•
Research Institutes & Public Policy Analysis
Regional Funder
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BIOSTL is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on fostering innovation and growth in the St. Louis area. In 2024, it awarded a total of $5.3 million across four grantees, emphasizing a relationship-based approach to funding. BIOSTL does not accept unsolicited proposals; instead, grants are made by invitation only, and nonprofits can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
BIOSTL ADVANCES ST. LOUIS' PROSPERITY BY CULTIVATING A THRIVING BIOSCIENCE SECTOR. BIOSTL BUILDS REGIONAL CAPACITY, NURTURES A COLLABORATIVE ENVIRONMENT, AND FOCUSES COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP AND RESOURCES TO CAPITALIZE ON THE UNIQUE CONVERGENCE OF ST. LOUIS' CORPORATE, UNIVERSITY, AND ENTREPRENEURIAL STRENGTHS IN MEDICAL AND PLANT BIOSCIENCE.
Cause Areas
3
Environment
Science
Education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
BIOGENERATOR
$65.2M
99%
SMALL BUSINESS EMPOWERMENT CENTER
$369.7K
< 1%
WEPOWER
$149.4K
< 1%
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Total No. of Grants
5
Median 1st year grant
$259.6K
Median 2nd year grant
$3M
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to BIOSTL?
No. BIOSTL does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does BIOSTL give?
BIOSTL primarily gives to organizations located in Missouri and California. 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 BIOSTL’s grants?
The largest share of grants from BIOSTL fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $260 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does BIOSTL make each year?
In 2024, BIOSTL awarded about 5 grants, totaling nearly $5.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did BIOSTL fund recently?
In 2024, BIOSTL awarded grants to about 4 grantees. Recent grantees include BIOGENERATOR, SMALL BUSINESS EMPOWERMENT CENTER, and WEPOWER. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to BIOSTL?
BIOSTL does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.