THE GREATER LEWES FOUNDATION
Lewes, DE, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
51-0400365
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DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder
Lewes, DE, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
51-0400365
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DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder
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The Greater Lewes Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Delaware, with a total of $1.5 million awarded to 13 grantees in 2024. This foundation operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO PROTECT, IMPROVE, AND ENHANCE THE QUALITY OF LIFE WITHIN THE GREATER LEWES COMMUNITY.
Cause Areas
1
Land resources
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
DELAWARE TECHNICAL & COMMUNITY COLLEGE EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION
$37K
< 1%
MILTON FIRE DEPARTMENT INC
$23K
< 1%
Sussex Rotary Can-Do Playground Inc.
$22K
< 1%
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Total No. of Grants
17
Median 1st year grant
$11K
Median 2nd year grant
N/A
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE GREATER LEWES FOUNDATION?
No. THE GREATER LEWES FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE GREATER LEWES FOUNDATION give?
THE GREATER LEWES FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Delaware and California. 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 GREATER LEWES FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE GREATER LEWES FOUNDATION 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 THE GREATER LEWES FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE GREATER LEWES FOUNDATION awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $1.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE GREATER LEWES FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE GREATER LEWES FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include DELAWARE TECHNICAL & COMMUNITY COLLEGE EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION, MILTON FIRE DEPARTMENT INC, and Sussex Rotary Can-Do Playground Inc.. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE GREATER LEWES FOUNDATION?
THE GREATER LEWES FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.