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Est.

2011

Fiscal Year Start

May 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

AMERICA WORKS USA is a 501(c) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based approach, providing grants by invitation only. With a total of $4.5 million awarded to 29 grantees in 2024, it does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in connecting with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

THE ORGANIZAtion was established to promote ADVOCATING FOR PUBLIC POLICIES THAT WILL LEAD TO FISCALLY responsible GOVERNMENT, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND JOB CREATION.
Total Funding Given
$4.5M
2024
Grantees funded
29
Multi-year grantees
10%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
8
Median 1st year grant
$175K
Median 2nd year grant
$350K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
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Stephen Hill
Board Member
J
Jillian Edelman
Board Member
K
Kaitlyn Unger
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to AMERICA WORKS USA?
No. AMERICA WORKS USA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does AMERICA WORKS USA give?
AMERICA WORKS USA primarily gives to organizations located in District Of Columbia, Kansas, and New Jersey. 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 AMERICA WORKS USA’s grants?
The largest share of grants from AMERICA WORKS USA fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $175 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does AMERICA WORKS USA make each year?
In 2024, AMERICA WORKS USA awarded about 8 grants, totaling nearly $4.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did AMERICA WORKS USA fund recently?
In 2024, AMERICA WORKS USA awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include KANSAS VALUES INSTITUTE, PRIORITIES USA, and AMERICA VOTES. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to AMERICA WORKS USA?
AMERICA WORKS USA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.