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The John C Mithun Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in California, with additional support in Texas and New York. This foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals; instead, it operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Cause Areas
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
UC SANTA BARBARA FOUNDATION
$990K
6%

MUSIC ACADEMY OF THE WEST
$985K
6%

OPERA SANTA BARBARA
$762K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
65
Median 1st year grant
$12.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$20.3K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE JOHN C MITHUN FOUNDATION?
No. THE JOHN C MITHUN FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE JOHN C MITHUN FOUNDATION give?
THE JOHN C MITHUN FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California, Texas, and New York. 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 THE JOHN C MITHUN FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE JOHN C MITHUN FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $13 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE JOHN C MITHUN FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE JOHN C MITHUN FOUNDATION awarded about 70 grants, totaling nearly $2.9 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE JOHN C MITHUN FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE JOHN C MITHUN FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 50 grantees. Recent grantees include UC SANTA BARBARA FOUNDATION, MUSIC ACADEMY OF THE WEST, and OPERA SANTA BARBARA. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE JOHN C MITHUN FOUNDATION?
THE JOHN C MITHUN FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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