AI Summary
Common Wealth Trust is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofit initiatives through a relationship-based engagement model, offering grants solely by invitation. The organization does not accept unsolicited proposals, making it essential for nonprofits to explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting to connect with them effectively. In 2025, Common Wealth Trust distributed a total of $302.2K across four grantees.
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
WESTERN RESERVE HISTORICAL SOCIETY
$1.9M
50%
SHARE OUR STRENGTH
$49.1K
1%
CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY
$36K
< 1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to COMMON WEALTH TRUST?
No. COMMON WEALTH TRUST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does COMMON WEALTH TRUST give?
COMMON WEALTH TRUST primarily gives to organizations located in Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. 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 COMMON WEALTH TRUST’s grants?
The largest share of grants from COMMON WEALTH TRUST fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $28 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does COMMON WEALTH TRUST make each year?
In 2025, COMMON WEALTH TRUST awarded about 5 grants, totaling nearly $302 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did COMMON WEALTH TRUST fund recently?
In 2025, COMMON WEALTH TRUST awarded grants to about 4 grantees. Recent grantees include WESTERN RESERVE HISTORICAL SOCIETY, SHARE OUR STRENGTH, and CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to COMMON WEALTH TRUST?
COMMON WEALTH TRUST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.