CHAMPIONS FOR LITERACY
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Champions for Literacy is a 501(c)3 organization focused on enhancing literacy initiatives, primarily funding projects in South Carolina, Tennessee, and Kansas. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals, and grants are awarded through a relationship-based, invitation-only process. Nonprofits interested in connecting with Champions for Literacy can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
CHAMPIONS FOR LITERACY ("CFL") IS A NOT-FOR-PROFIT ORGANIZATION WHOSE MISSION IS TO USE THE POWER OF SPORTS TO RAISE AWARENESS ABOUT THE PROBLEM OF ILLITERACY AND FUNDS FOR LITERACY PROGRAMS SERVING STUDENTS IN GRADES PRE-SCHOOL THROUGH THIRD GRADE. WE WORK WITH ATHLETIC TEAMS AND PLAYERS TO DONATE 100% OF PUBLIC FUNDS TO LOCAL LITERACY PARTNERS.
Cause Areas
2
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Education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
UNITED WAY OF PICKENS COUNTY
$219.9K
12%
MEMPHIS TEACHER RESIDENCY INC
$180.2K
10%
UNITED WAY OF THE PLAINS INC
$150.6K
8%
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Total No. of Grants
13
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$13K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to CHAMPIONS FOR LITERACY?
No. CHAMPIONS FOR LITERACY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does CHAMPIONS FOR LITERACY give?
CHAMPIONS FOR LITERACY primarily gives to organizations located in South Carolina, Tennessee, and Kansas. 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 CHAMPIONS FOR LITERACY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from CHAMPIONS FOR LITERACY fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does CHAMPIONS FOR LITERACY make each year?
In 2025, CHAMPIONS FOR LITERACY awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $253 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did CHAMPIONS FOR LITERACY fund recently?
In 2025, CHAMPIONS FOR LITERACY awarded grants to about 40 grantees. Recent grantees include UNITED WAY OF PICKENS COUNTY, MEMPHIS TEACHER RESIDENCY INC, and UNITED WAY OF THE PLAINS INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to CHAMPIONS FOR LITERACY?
CHAMPIONS FOR LITERACY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.