THE FRANKLIN EDUCATION FORUM
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The Democracy Matters Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Washington, DC, Georgia, and Virginia. With a total of $33.6 million in grants paid in 2024 to 16 grantees, the foundation operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
SEE PART III, LINE 1.
Cause Areas
3
Education
Sports
Individual liberties
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
DEMOCRACY MATTERS
$31.4M
73%
AB FOUNDATION
$2.5M
6%
ONYX IMPACT INC
$1.9M
4%
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Total No. of Grants
3
Median 1st year grant
$302.4K
Median 2nd year grant
$134.6K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE FRANKLIN EDUCATION FORUM?
No. THE FRANKLIN EDUCATION FORUM does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE FRANKLIN EDUCATION FORUM give?
THE FRANKLIN EDUCATION FORUM primarily gives to organizations located in District Of Columbia, Georgia, and Virginia. 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 FRANKLIN EDUCATION FORUM’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE FRANKLIN EDUCATION FORUM fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $302 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE FRANKLIN EDUCATION FORUM make each year?
In 2024, THE FRANKLIN EDUCATION FORUM awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $33.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE FRANKLIN EDUCATION FORUM fund recently?
In 2024, THE FRANKLIN EDUCATION FORUM awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include DEMOCRACY MATTERS, AB FOUNDATION, and ONYX IMPACT INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE FRANKLIN EDUCATION FORUM?
THE FRANKLIN EDUCATION FORUM does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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