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Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

MENTORS is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding, operating by invitation only and not accepting unsolicited proposals. In 2024, MENTORS distributed a total of $492.6K across 48 grantees. Nonprofits interested in engaging with MENTORS can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting service.

Total Funding Given
$492.6K
2024
Grantees funded
48
Multi-year grantees
50%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
40
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$9.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
M
Marilyn Mecham
Board Member
J
Junko Nishida
Board Member
G
Gabija Harnish
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MENTORS?
No. MENTORS does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does MENTORS give?
MENTORS primarily gives to organizations located in Nebraska, Nevada, and California. 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 MENTORS’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MENTORS fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MENTORS make each year?
In 2024, MENTORS awarded about 40 grants, totaling nearly $493 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MENTORS fund recently?
In 2024, MENTORS awarded grants to about 50 grantees. Recent grantees include CAPITAL HUMANE SOCIETY, UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA - LINCOLN PARENTS ASSOCIATION, and GREEN OUR PLANET. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MENTORS?
MENTORS does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.