AI Summary
The Play Equity Fund is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking through a relationship-based approach, providing $1.2 million in grants to 136 grantees in 2024. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and only engages with nonprofits through invitation. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via 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.
Cause Areas
1
Special needs education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
STREET SOCCER USA INC
$375.8K
6%
PLAYWORKS EDUCATION ENERGIZED/Playworks New Jersey
$361K
6%
PROJECT BLUE CORPS
$320.2K
5%
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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
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 140 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.