WOODSON CENTER
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The WOODSON CENTER is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Mississippi, Washington, D.C., and Pennsylvania. With a total of $2.4 million in grants paid to 79 grantees in 2024, the organization operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO EMPOWER COMMUNITY-BASED LEADERS TO PROMOTE SOLUTIONS THAT REDUCE CRIME AND VIOLENCE, RESTORE FAMILIES, REVITALIZE UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES AND ASSIST IN THE CREATION OF ECONOMIC ENTERPRISE.
Cause Areas
1
Community and economic development
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
RUNNING REBELS COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION INC
$6M
38%
MILWAUKEE COMMUNITY CROSSROADS INC
$3.8M
24%
Piney Woods School
$2.1M
13%
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Total No. of Grants
32
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$25K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to WOODSON CENTER?
No. WOODSON CENTER does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does WOODSON CENTER give?
WOODSON CENTER primarily gives to organizations located in Mississippi, District Of Columbia, and Pennsylvania. 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 WOODSON CENTER’s grants?
The largest share of grants from WOODSON CENTER fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does WOODSON CENTER make each year?
In 2024, WOODSON CENTER awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $2.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did WOODSON CENTER fund recently?
In 2024, WOODSON CENTER awarded grants to about 80 grantees. Recent grantees include RUNNING REBELS COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION INC, MILWAUKEE COMMUNITY CROSSROADS INC, and Piney Woods School. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to WOODSON CENTER?
WOODSON CENTER does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.