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THE PLAY EQUITY FUND

THE PLAY EQUITY FUND

Los Angeles, CA, US
501(c)3
EIN
47-1295322
Regional Funder
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THE PLAY EQUITY FUND

Los Angeles, CA, US
501(c)3
EIN
47-1295322
Regional Funder

Overview

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Est.

2014

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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Grantmaker
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The Play Equity Fund, a 501(c)3 organization, focuses its grantmaking efforts primarily in California, with additional support in New York and Florida. With a total of $1.2 million in grants paid to 133 grantees in 2024, this funder operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with The Play Equity Fund can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

THE PLAY EQUITY FUND IS FOCUSED ON BRINGING THE TRANSFORMATIONAL POWER OF SPORT AND PLAY TO ALL CHILDREN, REGARDLESS OF THEIR RACE, GENDER, ZIP CODE OR SOCIO-ECONOMIC STATUS.
Total Funding Given

$1.2M

2024
Grantees funded
133
Multi-year grantees
19%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

28

Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$50K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
W
Wendy Chang
Board Member
M
Marquise Watts
Board Member
R
Renata Simril
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE PLAY EQUITY FUND?
No. THE PLAY EQUITY FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE PLAY EQUITY FUND give?
THE PLAY EQUITY FUND primarily gives to organizations located in California, New York, and Florida. 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 PLAY EQUITY FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE PLAY EQUITY FUND fall in the $50 thousand to $100 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 THE PLAY EQUITY FUND make each year?
In 2024, THE PLAY EQUITY FUND awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $1.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE PLAY EQUITY FUND fund recently?
In 2024, THE PLAY EQUITY FUND awarded grants to about 130 grantees. Recent grantees include STREET SOCCER USA INC, PLAYWORKS EDUCATION ENERGIZED/Playworks New Jersey, and PROJECT BLUE CORPS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE PLAY EQUITY FUND?
THE PLAY EQUITY FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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