THE BRIDGE FUND
AI Summary
The Bridge Fund is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based engagement, providing grants by invitation only. With a total of $200,000 distributed among 10 grantees in 2024, the organization does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities are encouraged to explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO ASSIST PEOPLE WITH BASIC AND CRITICAL NEEDS THAT ARE EXPERIENCING PERSONAL CRISES AND SUPPORT EDUCATION NEEDS IN OUR LOCAL COMMUNITIES, PARTICULARLY NEEDS NOT MET BY OTHER AGENCIES. NEEDS INCLUDED SHELTER, FOOD, MEDICAL, TRANSPORTATION, ETC.
Cause Areas
3
Education
Communication media
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
CAFE OF LIFE INC
$263.5K
30%
BLESSINGS IN A BACKPACK INC
$190.8K
21%
THE FOUNDATION FOR LEE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS INC
$112.8K
13%
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Total No. of Grants
6
Median 1st year grant
$22.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$17.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE BRIDGE FUND?
No. THE BRIDGE FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE BRIDGE FUND give?
THE BRIDGE FUND primarily gives to organizations located in Florida, Kentucky, and Louisiana. 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 BRIDGE FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE BRIDGE FUND fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $23 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE BRIDGE FUND make each year?
In 2024, THE BRIDGE FUND awarded about 6 grants, totaling nearly $200 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE BRIDGE FUND fund recently?
In 2024, THE BRIDGE FUND awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include CAFE OF LIFE INC, BLESSINGS IN A BACKPACK INC, and THE FOUNDATION FOR LEE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE BRIDGE FUND?
THE BRIDGE FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.