LOCAL INITIATIVE FOR EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION
Blue Ash, OH, US
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501(c)(3)
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EIN
46-4081852
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
Blue Ash, OH, US
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501(c)(3)
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EIN
46-4081852
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
AI Summary
The LOCAL INITIATIVE FOR EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to grantmaking in the health sector. In 2024, the foundation paid a total of $1 million across seven grantees and is currently open for unsolicited proposals. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the 'How to Apply' section of the current profile page to assess their fit for funding.
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Cause Areas
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Health
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
NKU FOUNDATION INC
BATON ROUGE, LA
$785K
21%

The Salk Institute for Biological Studies
LA JOLLA, CA
$550K
15%

CINCINNATI MUSEUM CENTER
Cincinnati, OH
$135K
4%
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Total No. of Grants
10
Median 1st year grant
$135K
Median 2nd year grant
$50K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to LOCAL INITIATIVE FOR EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION?
Yes. LOCAL INITIATIVE FOR EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting their website.
Where does LOCAL INITIATIVE FOR EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION give?
LOCAL INITIATIVE FOR EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Ohio, 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 LOCAL INITIATIVE FOR EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from LOCAL INITIATIVE FOR EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $135 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does LOCAL INITIATIVE FOR EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, LOCAL INITIATIVE FOR EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did LOCAL INITIATIVE FOR EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, LOCAL INITIATIVE FOR EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 7 grantees. Recent grantees include NKU FOUNDATION INC, The Salk Institute for Biological Studies, and CINCINNATI MUSEUM CENTER. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to LOCAL INITIATIVE FOR EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting LOCAL INITIATIVE FOR EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION’s website.
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