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The Chispa Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach. With a total of $106K in grants paid to 30 grantees in 2024, the foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals, making it essential for nonprofits to explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting to engage with this funder.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
NICHOLS SCHOOL OF BUFFALO
$4M
67%
SANTA BARBARA FOUNDATION
$500K
8%
COMMUNITY ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL
$250K
4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Chispa Foundation?
No. Chispa Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Chispa Foundation give?
Chispa Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in New York, California, 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 Chispa Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Chispa Foundation fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $5,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Chispa Foundation make each year?
In 2024, Chispa Foundation awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $106 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Chispa Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, Chispa Foundation awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include NICHOLS SCHOOL OF BUFFALO, SANTA BARBARA FOUNDATION, and COMMUNITY ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Chispa Foundation?
Chispa Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.