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The Dods Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily in Hawaii, Texas, and New York, with a total of $1.6 million distributed across 33 grantees in 2024. The foundation operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII FOUNDATION
$2.3M
48%

SAINT LOUIS SCHOOL
$805K
17%

MID-PACIFIC INSTITUTE
$332.5K
7%
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Total No. of Grants
22
Median 1st year grant
$5K
Median 2nd year grant
$20K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE DODS FOUNDATION?
No. THE DODS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE DODS FOUNDATION give?
THE DODS FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Hawaii, Texas, and New York. 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 DODS FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE DODS FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 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 THE DODS FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE DODS FOUNDATION awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $1.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE DODS FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE DODS FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII FOUNDATION, SAINT LOUIS SCHOOL, and MID-PACIFIC INSTITUTE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE DODS FOUNDATION?
THE DODS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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