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Est.

2011

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The MAESTRO CARES FOUNDATION is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. With a total of $400K in grants paid to five selected grantees in 2024, the foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

MAESTRO CARES FOUNDATION IMPROVES THE QUALITY OF LIFE OF DISADVANTAGED CHILDREN AND COMMUNITIES IN LATIN AMERICA AND THE UNITED STATES. WE DO SO BY PROVIDING HOUSING, EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING AND THE ESSENTIAL RESOURCES TO SUPPORT THEIR GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT. THROUGH OUR EFFORTS, WE ARE STRENGTHENING COMMUNITIES AND HELPING CHILDREN BECOME TOMORROW'S LEADERS.
Total Funding Given
$400K
2024
Grantees funded
5
Multi-year grantees
40%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
2
Median 1st year grant
$200K
Median 2nd year grant
$250K
Z
Zayda Cardenas
Board Member
P
Peter Amaro
Board Member
B
Bigram Zayas
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MAESTRO CARES FOUNDATION?
No. MAESTRO CARES FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does MAESTRO CARES FOUNDATION give?
MAESTRO CARES FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in New York, Texas, 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 MAESTRO CARES FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MAESTRO CARES FOUNDATION fall in the $250 thousand to $500 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $200 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MAESTRO CARES FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, MAESTRO CARES FOUNDATION awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $400 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MAESTRO CARES FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, MAESTRO CARES FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 5 grantees. Recent grantees include THE LOWER EAST SIDE GIRLS CLUB OF NEW YORK INC, Small Steps Nurturing Center, and TOGETHER CALIFORNIA INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MAESTRO CARES FOUNDATION?
MAESTRO CARES FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.