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The Steve & Lana Hardy Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based approach, providing a total of $270K in grants to 10 grantees in 2024. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals, and grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

NEVADA POLICY RESEARCH INSTITUTE
Las Vegas, NV
$326K
16%

CATO INSTITUTE
Washington, DC
$250K
12%
INSTITUTE FOR JUSTICE
Arlington, VA
$245K
12%
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Total No. of Grants
9
Median 1st year grant
$20K
Median 2nd year grant
$25K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE STEVE & LANA HARDY FOUNDATION?
No. THE STEVE & LANA HARDY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE STEVE & LANA HARDY FOUNDATION give?
THE STEVE & LANA HARDY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Virginia, District Of Columbia, and Nevada. 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 STEVE & LANA HARDY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE STEVE & LANA HARDY FOUNDATION fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $20 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE STEVE & LANA HARDY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE STEVE & LANA HARDY FOUNDATION awarded about 9 grants, totaling nearly $270 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE STEVE & LANA HARDY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE STEVE & LANA HARDY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include NEVADA POLICY RESEARCH INSTITUTE, CATO INSTITUTE, and INSTITUTE FOR JUSTICE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE STEVE & LANA HARDY FOUNDATION?
THE STEVE & LANA HARDY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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