BORN THIS WAY FOUNDATION
AI Summary
The Born This Way Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives that promote mental health and well-being among youth. In its 2024 filing year, the foundation paid out a total of $914.8K across 67 grantees. Notably, the foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals; instead, it engages in a relationship-based, invitation-only grantmaking process. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
SUPPORT THE WELLNESS OF YOUNG PEOPLE AND EMPOWER THEM TO CREATE A KINDER AND BRAVER WORLD.
Cause Areas
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
CENTERLINK INC
$321K
11%
NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
$295.3K
10%
DONORSCHOOSEORG
$192.9K
7%
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Total No. of Grants
25
Median 1st year grant
$34.7K
Median 2nd year grant
$25K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to BORN THIS WAY FOUNDATION?
No. BORN THIS WAY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does BORN THIS WAY FOUNDATION give?
BORN THIS WAY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California, Florida, and Texas. 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 BORN THIS WAY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from BORN THIS WAY FOUNDATION fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $35 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does BORN THIS WAY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, BORN THIS WAY FOUNDATION awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $915 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did BORN THIS WAY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, BORN THIS WAY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 60 grantees. Recent grantees include CENTERLINK INC, NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH, and DONORSCHOOSEORG. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to BORN THIS WAY FOUNDATION?
BORN THIS WAY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.