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The Sandcastle Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses its funding primarily in Illinois, North Carolina, and Minnesota. This foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
COFAN SURVIVAL FUND INC
$25K
10%
HAYWOOD WATERWAYS ASSOCIATION INC
$20K
8%
PAWS CHICAGO
$20K
8%
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Total No. of Grants
10
Median 1st year grant
$5K
Median 2nd year grant
$5K
Top 3 Grants
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE SANDCASTLE FOUNDATION?
No. THE SANDCASTLE FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE SANDCASTLE FOUNDATION give?
THE SANDCASTLE FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, North Carolina, and Minnesota. 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 SANDCASTLE FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE SANDCASTLE FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $5,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE SANDCASTLE FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE SANDCASTLE FOUNDATION awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $64 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE SANDCASTLE FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE SANDCASTLE FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include COFAN SURVIVAL FUND INC, HAYWOOD WATERWAYS ASSOCIATION INC, and PAWS CHICAGO. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE SANDCASTLE FOUNDATION?
THE SANDCASTLE FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.