AI Summary
The Sumner Family Foundation Inc is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based engagement and operates by invitation only, meaning it does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation distributed a total of $4 million across 25 grantees. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

GIVEDIRECTLY INC
$2.7M
22%
THE BAIL PROJECT INC
$1.2M
10%

COMMUNITY FOOD BANK OF NEW JERSEY INC
$850K
7%
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Total No. of Grants
29
Median 1st year grant
$15K
Median 2nd year grant
$17.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE SUMNER FAMILY FOUNDATION INC?
No. THE SUMNER FAMILY FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE SUMNER FAMILY FOUNDATION INC give?
THE SUMNER FAMILY FOUNDATION INC primarily gives to organizations located in New York, New Jersey, 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 SUMNER FAMILY FOUNDATION INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE SUMNER FAMILY FOUNDATION INC fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $15 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE SUMNER FAMILY FOUNDATION INC make each year?
In 2024, THE SUMNER FAMILY FOUNDATION INC awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE SUMNER FAMILY FOUNDATION INC fund recently?
In 2024, THE SUMNER FAMILY FOUNDATION INC awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include GIVEDIRECTLY INC, THE BAIL PROJECT INC, and COMMUNITY FOOD BANK OF NEW JERSEY INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE SUMNER FAMILY FOUNDATION INC?
THE SUMNER FAMILY FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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