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Est.

2016

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

Friends of Kijabe is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. In 2021, the organization paid a total of $99K in grants to three selected grantees and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in connecting with Friends of Kijabe can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

Support healthcare quality , access, and affordability at AIC KIJABE Hospital in Kenya Through medical education; infrastructure and equipment; and vulnerable patient funding.
Total Funding Given
$99K
2021
Grantees funded
3
Multi-year grantees
0%
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Total No. of Grants
1
Median 1st year grant
$30.2K
Median 2nd year grant
N/A
D
David Shirk
Board Member
J
John Richter
Board Member
T
Tom Tillett
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Friends of Kijabe?
No. Friends of Kijabe does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Friends of Kijabe give?
Friends of Kijabe primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, Indiana, and Florida. 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 Friends of Kijabe’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Friends of Kijabe fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $30 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Friends of Kijabe make each year?
In 2021, Friends of Kijabe awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $99 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Friends of Kijabe fund recently?
In 2025, Friends of Kijabe awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include PAN-AFRICAN ACADEMY OF CHRISTIAN SURGEONS, Fairhaven South Inc, and African Mission Healthcare Foundation. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Friends of Kijabe?
Friends of Kijabe does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.