CENTER FOR POPULAR DEMOCRACY INC
CENTER FOR POPULAR DEMOCRACY INC
CENTER FOR POPULAR DEMOCRACY INC
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The Center for Popular Democracy Inc is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in New York, California, and Maryland. With a total of $9.2 million in grants paid to 174 grantees in 2024, the organization operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE CENTER FOR POPULAR DEMOCRACY AND ITS AFFILIATES KNOW THAT EVERYDAY PEOPLE HAVE THE POWER TO CHANGE THE WORLD. WE UPEND POLITICS AS USUAL TO FORGE A REPRESENTATIVE, MULTIRACIAL GOVERNMENT AND SOCIETY WHERE WE ALL THRIVE, NO EXCEPTIONS.
Cause Areas
2
Democracy
Public affairs
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Make The Road States Inc
$6.4M
8%

CASA INC
$4.5M
6%

Make the Road New York
$3.6M
4%
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Total No. of Grants
44
Median 1st year grant
$50K
Median 2nd year grant
$64.3K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to CENTER FOR POPULAR DEMOCRACY INC?
No. CENTER FOR POPULAR DEMOCRACY INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does CENTER FOR POPULAR DEMOCRACY INC give?
CENTER FOR POPULAR DEMOCRACY INC primarily gives to organizations located in New York, California, and Maryland. 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 CENTER FOR POPULAR DEMOCRACY INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from CENTER FOR POPULAR DEMOCRACY INC fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $50 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does CENTER FOR POPULAR DEMOCRACY INC make each year?
In 2024, CENTER FOR POPULAR DEMOCRACY INC awarded about 40 grants, totaling nearly $9.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did CENTER FOR POPULAR DEMOCRACY INC fund recently?
In 2024, CENTER FOR POPULAR DEMOCRACY INC awarded grants to about 170 grantees. Recent grantees include Make The Road States Inc, CASA INC, and Make the Road New York. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to CENTER FOR POPULAR DEMOCRACY INC?
CENTER FOR POPULAR DEMOCRACY INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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