AI Summary
Columbus Charities is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives through a relationship-based approach, providing grants exclusively by invitation. In 2025, the organization distributed a total of $263K across 12 grantees and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
Receive and provide contributions for charitable and educational activities
Cause Areas
1
Education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE PETER B TEELEY CHILDRENS CHARITIES FOUNDATION INC
Washington, DC
$419.7K
58%
SPECIAL OLYMPICS WASHINGTON
Seattle, WA
$159K
22%
AMERICAN WHEELCHAIR FOUNDATION
Henderson, NV
$33K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
10
Median 1st year grant
$11K
Median 2nd year grant
$6.9K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Columbus Charities?
No. Columbus Charities does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Columbus Charities give?
Columbus Charities primarily gives to organizations located in District Of Columbia, Washington, and Nevada. 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 Columbus Charities’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Columbus Charities fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $11 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Columbus Charities make each year?
In 2025, Columbus Charities awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $263 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Columbus Charities fund recently?
In 2025, Columbus Charities awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include THE PETER B TEELEY CHILDRENS CHARITIES FOUNDATION INC, SPECIAL OLYMPICS WASHINGTON, and AMERICAN WHEELCHAIR FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Columbus Charities?
Columbus Charities does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.