Social Impact Fund
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The Social Impact Fund is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits in California, Massachusetts, and Washington, D.C. With a total of $4 million in grants paid to 190 grantees in 2024, the fund operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the fund can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
Inspire efficient and accessible philanthropy engage with leaders in the entertainment and creative communities, and beyond, to accelerate their social impact via fiscal sponsorship donor-advised funds.
Cause Areas
1
Philanthropy
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
FAMILY REACH FOUNDATION
$2.1M
10%
COLLEGE TRACK
$1.7M
8%
HUMANITY FORWARD FOUNDATION
$1.5M
7%
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Total No. of Grants
55
Median 1st year grant
$29.4K
Median 2nd year grant
$25K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Social Impact Fund?
No. Social Impact Fund does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Social Impact Fund give?
Social Impact Fund primarily gives to organizations located in California, Massachusetts, and District Of Columbia. 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 Social Impact Fund’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Social Impact Fund fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $29 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Social Impact Fund make each year?
In 2024, Social Impact Fund awarded about 60 grants, totaling nearly $4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Social Impact Fund fund recently?
In 2024, Social Impact Fund awarded grants to about 190 grantees. Recent grantees include FAMILY REACH FOUNDATION, COLLEGE TRACK, and HUMANITY FORWARD FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Social Impact Fund?
Social Impact Fund does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.