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Est.

2013

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Governors Island Alliance is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives related to Governors Island. With a total of $1.1 million in grants paid to four grantees in 2024, the Alliance operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, providing funding primarily by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

GOVERNORS ISLAND ALLIANCE DBA THE FRIENDS OF GOVERNORS ISLAND STEWARDS THE ISLAND'S GREEN SPACES AND BUILDS COMMUNITY THROUGH VISITOR EXPERIENCE, VOLUNTEERING, MEMBERSHIP, AND DIVERSE FREE PROGRAMMING.
Total Funding Given
$1.1M
2024
Grantees funded
4
Multi-year grantees
50%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
1
Median 1st year grant
$9.8K
Median 2nd year grant
$55.5K
P
Patricia Davis
Board Member
M
Marc Ricks
Board Member
E
Eb Kelly
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to GOVERNORS ISLAND ALLIANCE?
No. GOVERNORS ISLAND ALLIANCE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does GOVERNORS ISLAND ALLIANCE give?
GOVERNORS ISLAND ALLIANCE primarily gives to organizations located in 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 GOVERNORS ISLAND ALLIANCE’s grants?
The largest share of grants from GOVERNORS ISLAND ALLIANCE fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $9,750. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does GOVERNORS ISLAND ALLIANCE make each year?
In 2024, GOVERNORS ISLAND ALLIANCE awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $1.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did GOVERNORS ISLAND ALLIANCE fund recently?
In 2024, GOVERNORS ISLAND ALLIANCE awarded grants to about 4 grantees. Recent grantees include GOVERNORS ISLAND CORPORATION, THE STUDENT CONSERVATION ASSOCIATION INC, and FIGMENT PROJECT INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to GOVERNORS ISLAND ALLIANCE?
GOVERNORS ISLAND ALLIANCE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.