AMERICAN GIFT FUND
AI Summary
The American Gift Fund is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that awarded $98.2 million in grants to 3,356 grantees in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO INSPIRE GENEROSITY ACROSS AMERICA AND PROVIDE MEANINGFUL CHARITABLE SERVICES FOR DONERS TO GIVE EFFIECIENTLY, PURPOSEFULLY AND WITH IMPACT, WHILE SUPPORTING OUR COMMUNITIES IN PROSPERITY.
Cause Areas
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Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Metropolitan Opera Association Inc
$12.8M
4%
THE BARSTOW SCHOOL
$8.8M
2%
DONOR ADVISED CHARITABLE GIVING INC
$6.9M
2%
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Total No. of Grants
1.8K
Median 1st year grant
$15K
Median 2nd year grant
$15K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to AMERICAN GIFT FUND?
No. AMERICAN GIFT FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does AMERICAN GIFT FUND give?
AMERICAN GIFT FUND primarily gives to organizations located in California, New York, and Minnesota. 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 AMERICAN GIFT FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from AMERICAN GIFT FUND fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $15 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does AMERICAN GIFT FUND make each year?
In 2024, AMERICAN GIFT FUND awarded about 1,830 grants, totaling nearly $98.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did AMERICAN GIFT FUND fund recently?
In 2024, AMERICAN GIFT FUND awarded grants to about 3,360 grantees. Recent grantees include Metropolitan Opera Association Inc, THE BARSTOW SCHOOL, and DONOR ADVISED CHARITABLE GIVING INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to AMERICAN GIFT FUND?
AMERICAN GIFT FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.