HISTORIC SOUTH INITIATIVE
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The Historic South Initiative is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding projects primarily in Ohio and Michigan, with a total of $200K in grants paid in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are awarded by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the Historic South Initiative can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT A COMPREHENSIVE APPROACH TO INNER-CITY NEIGHBORHOOD REVITILIZATION BY PROMOTING THE ADVANCEMENT OF HUMAN POTENTIAL THROUGH IMPROVED HOUSING, BETTER EDUCATION, HEALTH INITIATIVE, EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AND FAMILY LIFE.
Cause Areas
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Community improvement
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
KIDS UNLIMITED INC
$127K
9%
FARM LABOR ORGANIZING COMMITTEE
$5.2K
< 1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to HISTORIC SOUTH INITIATIVE?
No. HISTORIC SOUTH INITIATIVE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does HISTORIC SOUTH INITIATIVE give?
HISTORIC SOUTH INITIATIVE primarily gives to organizations located in Ohio and Michigan. 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 HISTORIC SOUTH INITIATIVE’s grants?
The largest share of grants from HISTORIC SOUTH INITIATIVE fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $50 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does HISTORIC SOUTH INITIATIVE make each year?
In 2024, HISTORIC SOUTH INITIATIVE awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $200 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did HISTORIC SOUTH INITIATIVE fund recently?
In 2024, HISTORIC SOUTH INITIATIVE awarded grants to about 2 grantees. Recent grantees include KIDS UNLIMITED INC and FARM LABOR ORGANIZING COMMITTEE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to HISTORIC SOUTH INITIATIVE?
HISTORIC SOUTH INITIATIVE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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