THE MAINSTAY FOUNDATION
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The Mainstay Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily in Minnesota, Arizona, and California. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, and grants are awarded through a relationship-based, invitation-only process. Nonprofits interested in engaging with The Mainstay Foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO ADVANCE THE MUSLIM COMMUNITIES, ORGANIZATIONS, AND INDIVIDUALS IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA BY DEVELOPING THEIR INTELLECTUAL, SPIRITUAL, SOCIAL, AND FINANCIAL ASPECTS, UTILIZING THE MOST ADVANCED METHODOLOGIES AND TECHNOLOGIES.
Cause Areas
2
Foundations
Public affairs
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
IMAM HUSAIN ISLAMIC CENTER
$22.5K
17%
ANJUMAN E ASGHARI
$17.3K
13%
ISLAMIC EDUCATION FOUNDATION OF ARIZONA
$16K
12%
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Total No. of Grants
4
Median 1st year grant
$2.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$6K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE MAINSTAY FOUNDATION?
No. THE MAINSTAY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE MAINSTAY FOUNDATION give?
THE MAINSTAY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Minnesota, Arizona, 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 THE MAINSTAY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE MAINSTAY FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $2,500. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE MAINSTAY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE MAINSTAY FOUNDATION awarded about 4 grants, totaling nearly $21 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE MAINSTAY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE MAINSTAY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include IMAM HUSAIN ISLAMIC CENTER, ANJUMAN E ASGHARI, and ISLAMIC EDUCATION FOUNDATION OF ARIZONA. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE MAINSTAY FOUNDATION?
THE MAINSTAY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.