Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality
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The Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality (RISE) is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on promoting equality through sports. With a total of $150K in grants paid to 20 grantees in 2024, RISE operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only funding model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with RISE can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Cause Areas
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Sports and recreation
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
United African Basketball League Inc.
$52.5K
8%

Womens Sports Foundation
$50K
8%
Project Blue
$30.6K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
10
Median 1st year grant
$15K
Median 2nd year grant
$15K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality?
No. Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality give?
Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality primarily gives to organizations located in New York, Florida, and Virginia. 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 Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality 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 Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality make each year?
In 2024, Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $150 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality fund recently?
In 2024, Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include United African Basketball League Inc., Womens Sports Foundation, and Project Blue. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality?
Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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