THE WHITEHEAD FOUNDATION INC
AI Summary
The Whitehead Foundation Inc is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that awarded a total of $2.2 million across 119 grantees in 2025. This foundation operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Cause Areas
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Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
PUTNEY SCHOOL INC
$1.4M
9%
President and Fellows of Harvard College
$600K
4%
ROOTS RISING INC
$510K
4%
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Total No. of Grants
62
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$12.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE WHITEHEAD FOUNDATION INC?
No. THE WHITEHEAD FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE WHITEHEAD FOUNDATION INC give?
THE WHITEHEAD FOUNDATION INC primarily gives to organizations located in Massachusetts, Vermont, and District Of Columbia. 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 WHITEHEAD FOUNDATION INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE WHITEHEAD FOUNDATION INC fall in the $25 thousand to $50 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 WHITEHEAD FOUNDATION INC make each year?
In 2025, THE WHITEHEAD FOUNDATION INC awarded about 60 grants, totaling nearly $2.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE WHITEHEAD FOUNDATION INC fund recently?
In 2025, THE WHITEHEAD FOUNDATION INC awarded grants to about 120 grantees. Recent grantees include PUTNEY SCHOOL INC, President and Fellows of Harvard College, and ROOTS RISING INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE WHITEHEAD FOUNDATION INC?
THE WHITEHEAD FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.