Sustainable Economies Law Center
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The Sustainable Economies Law Center is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on fostering sustainable economic practices. In 2024, it distributed a total of $2.2 million across eight grantees, emphasizing a relationship-based engagement model that operates by invitation only. The organization does not accept unsolicited proposals; however, nonprofits can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting to connect with this funder.
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Mission Statement
We provide legal services, research, education, and advocacy to assist communities in building their own sustainable sources of food, water, housing, energy, jobs, and other aspects of thriving communities.
Cause Areas
1
Adult education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
UNITED STATES FEDERATION FOR WORKER COOPERATION
Oakland, CA
$192K
4%
FRESH FUTURE FARM INC
Charleston, SC
$50K
< 1%
POOR MAGAZINE INC
Oakland, CA
$40K
< 1%
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Total No. of Grants
9
Median 1st year grant
$24.7K
Median 2nd year grant
N/A
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Sustainable Economies Law Center?
No. Sustainable Economies Law Center does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Sustainable Economies Law Center give?
Sustainable Economies Law Center primarily gives to organizations located in California, South Carolina, and Washington. 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 Sustainable Economies Law Center’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Sustainable Economies Law Center fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Sustainable Economies Law Center make each year?
In 2024, Sustainable Economies Law Center awarded about 9 grants, totaling nearly $2.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Sustainable Economies Law Center fund recently?
In 2024, Sustainable Economies Law Center awarded grants to about 8 grantees. Recent grantees include UNITED STATES FEDERATION FOR WORKER COOPERATION, FRESH FUTURE FARM INC, and POOR MAGAZINE INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Sustainable Economies Law Center?
Sustainable Economies Law Center does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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