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The Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses its funding primarily in Washington, DC, New York, and Maryland. It does not accept unsolicited proposals; instead, grants are made through a relationship-based, invitation-only process. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
NAF HOTLINE FUND
$456.6M
6%
PLANNED PARENTHOOD FEDERATION OF AMERICA INC
$405M
6%
MSI US
$356.4M
5%
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Total No. of Grants
398
Median 1st year grant
$253.6K
Median 2nd year grant
$315.8K
Top 3 Grants
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE SUSAN THOMPSON BUFFETT FOUNDATION?
No. THE SUSAN THOMPSON BUFFETT FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE SUSAN THOMPSON BUFFETT FOUNDATION give?
THE SUSAN THOMPSON BUFFETT FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in District Of Columbia, New York, and Maryland. 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 SUSAN THOMPSON BUFFETT FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE SUSAN THOMPSON BUFFETT FOUNDATION fall in the $250 thousand to $500 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $254 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE SUSAN THOMPSON BUFFETT FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE SUSAN THOMPSON BUFFETT FOUNDATION awarded about 400 grants, totaling nearly $908.8 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE SUSAN THOMPSON BUFFETT FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE SUSAN THOMPSON BUFFETT FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 530 grantees. Recent grantees include NAF HOTLINE FUND, PLANNED PARENTHOOD FEDERATION OF AMERICA INC, and MSI US. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE SUSAN THOMPSON BUFFETT FOUNDATION?
THE SUSAN THOMPSON BUFFETT FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.