CREATIVE WACO
AI Summary
Creative Waco is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives within its community by providing a total of $232,000 in grants to 19 grantees in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, granting funds solely through invitation. Nonprofits interested in engaging with Creative Waco can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
CREATIVE WACO'S MISSION IS TO GROW AND SUPPORT A THRIVING CULTURAL AND CREATIVE COMMUNITY IN WACO AND MCLENNAN COUNTY, TEXAS.
Cause Areas
2
Arts education
Arts and culture
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
WACO CIVIC THEATRE
WACO, TX
$348.7K
20%
WACO CREATIVE ART CENTER
Waco, TX
$331.9K
19%
WACO SYMPHONY ASSOCIATION INC
WACO, TX
$330.5K
19%
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Total No. of Grants
11
Median 1st year grant
$7.9K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to CREATIVE WACO?
No. CREATIVE WACO does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does CREATIVE WACO give?
CREATIVE WACO primarily gives to organizations located in Texas, Ohio, 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 CREATIVE WACO’s grants?
The largest share of grants from CREATIVE WACO fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $7,910. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does CREATIVE WACO make each year?
In 2024, CREATIVE WACO awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $232 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did CREATIVE WACO fund recently?
In 2024, CREATIVE WACO awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include WACO CIVIC THEATRE, WACO CREATIVE ART CENTER, and WACO SYMPHONY ASSOCIATION INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to CREATIVE WACO?
CREATIVE WACO does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.