WASHINGTON STATE CHARTER SCHOOLS ASSOCIATION
AI Summary
The Washington State Charter Schools Association is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting charter schools within Washington. With a total of $5.6 million in grants paid to 36 grantees in 2024, this funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the organization can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THROUGH ADVOCACY AND POLICY, THE WASHINGTON STATE CHARTER SCHOOLS ASSOCIATION WORKS TO ENSURE A STRONG, VIBRANT, AND GROWING COMMUNITY OF CHARTER PUBLIC SCHOOLS THAT DELIVER EXCELLENT EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES TO ALL FAMILIES, ESPECIALLY THOSE WHO HAVE BEEN HISTORICALLY UNDERSERVED.
Cause Areas
2
Charter school education
Education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Impact Public Schools
Tukwila, WA
$7.6M
14%
Spokane International Academy
Spokane, WA
$5.5M
10%
Catalyst Public Schools
Bremerton, WA
$3.9M
7%
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Total No. of Grants
13
Median 1st year grant
$203.3K
Median 2nd year grant
$400K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to WASHINGTON STATE CHARTER SCHOOLS ASSOCIATION?
No. WASHINGTON STATE CHARTER SCHOOLS ASSOCIATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does WASHINGTON STATE CHARTER SCHOOLS ASSOCIATION give?
WASHINGTON STATE CHARTER SCHOOLS ASSOCIATION primarily gives to organizations located in Washington, Louisiana, 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 WASHINGTON STATE CHARTER SCHOOLS ASSOCIATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from WASHINGTON STATE CHARTER SCHOOLS ASSOCIATION fall in the $250 thousand to $500 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $203 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does WASHINGTON STATE CHARTER SCHOOLS ASSOCIATION make each year?
In 2024, WASHINGTON STATE CHARTER SCHOOLS ASSOCIATION awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $5.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did WASHINGTON STATE CHARTER SCHOOLS ASSOCIATION fund recently?
In 2024, WASHINGTON STATE CHARTER SCHOOLS ASSOCIATION awarded grants to about 40 grantees. Recent grantees include Impact Public Schools, Spokane International Academy, and Catalyst Public Schools. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to WASHINGTON STATE CHARTER SCHOOLS ASSOCIATION?
WASHINGTON STATE CHARTER SCHOOLS ASSOCIATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.