AI Summary
The OPERA HOUSE FUND INC, operating as a 501(c)(3) organization under the leadership of Doug Dean, is a grantmaking entity that focuses on cultivating relationships with its grantees. With a total of $725.8K in grants paid to 13 organizations in 2025, this funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and engages in grantmaking strictly by invitation. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Cause Areas
1
Opera
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
LEXINGTON CENTER CORPORATION
LEXINGTON, KY
$959.7K
36%
LEXINGTON THEATRE COMPANY
Lexington, KY
$480K
18%
THE FRIENDS OF THE ARTS SCHOOL INC
LEXINGTON, KY
$225.9K
8%
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Total No. of Grants
13
Median 1st year grant
$13.7K
Median 2nd year grant
$28.1K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to OPERA HOUSE FUND INC C/O DOUG DEAN?
No. OPERA HOUSE FUND INC C/O DOUG DEAN does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does OPERA HOUSE FUND INC C/O DOUG DEAN give?
OPERA HOUSE FUND INC C/O DOUG DEAN primarily gives to organizations located in Kentucky and South Dakota. 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 OPERA HOUSE FUND INC C/O DOUG DEAN’s grants?
The largest share of grants from OPERA HOUSE FUND INC C/O DOUG DEAN fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $14 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does OPERA HOUSE FUND INC C/O DOUG DEAN make each year?
In 2025, OPERA HOUSE FUND INC C/O DOUG DEAN awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $726 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did OPERA HOUSE FUND INC C/O DOUG DEAN fund recently?
In 2025, OPERA HOUSE FUND INC C/O DOUG DEAN awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include LEXINGTON CENTER CORPORATION, LEXINGTON THEATRE COMPANY, and THE FRIENDS OF THE ARTS SCHOOL INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to OPERA HOUSE FUND INC C/O DOUG DEAN?
OPERA HOUSE FUND INC C/O DOUG DEAN does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.