PLEDGELING FOUNDATION
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The PLEDGELING FOUNDATION is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses its grantmaking primarily in California, New York, and Washington, D.C., with a total of $31.6 million distributed to 1,872 grantees in 2024. 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.
Mission Statement
THE PLEDGELING FOUNDATION OPERATES A CLEARINGHOUSE FOR DONOR-ADVISED CHARITABLE DONATIONS TO UNRELATED THIRD-PARTY ORGANIZATIONS.
Cause Areas
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Philanthropy
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
BANCROFT GLOBAL DEVELOPMENT
$2.8M
3%

ST JUDE CHILDREN'S RESEARCH HOSPITAL INC
$2.7M
3%

CHARITIES AID FOUNDATION AMERICA
$1.8M
2%
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Total No. of Grants
918
Median 1st year grant
$9K
Median 2nd year grant
$12.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to PLEDGELING FOUNDATION?
No. PLEDGELING FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does PLEDGELING FOUNDATION give?
PLEDGELING FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California, New York, 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 PLEDGELING FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from PLEDGELING FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $8,997. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does PLEDGELING FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, PLEDGELING FOUNDATION awarded about 920 grants, totaling nearly $31.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did PLEDGELING FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, PLEDGELING FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 1,870 grantees. Recent grantees include BANCROFT GLOBAL DEVELOPMENT, ST JUDE CHILDREN'S RESEARCH HOSPITAL INC, and CHARITIES AID FOUNDATION AMERICA. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to PLEDGELING FOUNDATION?
PLEDGELING FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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