KERSHAW'S CHALLENGE
AI Summary
Kershaw's Challenge is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on building relationships with nonprofits, providing funding through an invitation-only process. In 2024, the foundation paid out a total of $2.2 million across 23 grantees and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Mission Statement
PROVIDE FUNDS TO BUILD SCHOOLS AND ORPHANAGES IN ZAMBIA AND SUPPORT OTHER US ORGANIZATIONS.
Cause Areas
3
Orphanages
Communication media
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

ARISE AFRICA INC
$3.9M
20%

DREAM CENTER FOUNDATION
$2.6M
13%

INTERNATIONAL JUSTICE MISSION
$2.2M
11%
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Total No. of Grants
11
Median 1st year grant
$240K
Median 2nd year grant
$215K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to KERSHAW'S CHALLENGE?
No. KERSHAW'S CHALLENGE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does KERSHAW'S CHALLENGE give?
KERSHAW'S CHALLENGE primarily gives to organizations located in Texas, California, and Virginia. 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 KERSHAW'S CHALLENGE’s grants?
The largest share of grants from KERSHAW'S CHALLENGE fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $240 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does KERSHAW'S CHALLENGE make each year?
In 2024, KERSHAW'S CHALLENGE awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $2.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did KERSHAW'S CHALLENGE fund recently?
In 2024, KERSHAW'S CHALLENGE awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include ARISE AFRICA INC, DREAM CENTER FOUNDATION, and INTERNATIONAL JUSTICE MISSION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to KERSHAW'S CHALLENGE?
KERSHAW'S CHALLENGE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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