Merlin's Magic Wand Foundation
AI Summary
The Merlin's Magic Wand Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking through a relationship-based, invitation-only model, and does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2019, the foundation awarded a total of $110.1K across 9 grantees. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
The Organization's purpose is to support children facing challenges of serious illness, disability, or adversity. The Organization believes that every child deserves to laugh, enjoy, and cherish memorable experiences and the Organization's mission is to enable them to access the magic of Merlin Entertainments.
Cause Areas
2
Communication media
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
GIVE KIDS THE WORLD INC
KISSIMMEE, FL
$56.6K
22%
RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES OF THE PHILADELPHIA REGION
Philadelphia, PA
$40K
16%
HONOR EHG INC
Middletown, NY
$40K
16%
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Total No. of Grants
4
Median 1st year grant
$32.7K
Median 2nd year grant
$23.6K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Merlin's Magic Wand Foundation?
No. Merlin's Magic Wand Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Merlin's Magic Wand Foundation give?
Merlin's Magic Wand Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Florida, New York, and Pennsylvania. 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 Merlin's Magic Wand Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Merlin's Magic Wand Foundation fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $33 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Merlin's Magic Wand Foundation make each year?
In 2019, Merlin's Magic Wand Foundation awarded about 4 grants, totaling nearly $110 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Merlin's Magic Wand Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, Merlin's Magic Wand Foundation awarded grants to about 9 grantees. Recent grantees include GIVE KIDS THE WORLD INC, RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES OF THE PHILADELPHIA REGION, and HONOR EHG INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Merlin's Magic Wand Foundation?
Merlin's Magic Wand Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.