VENABLE FOUNDATION INC
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VENABLE FOUNDATION INC is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that does not accept unsolicited proposals, engaging with nonprofits primarily through relationship-based, invitation-only pathways. In 2024, the foundation awarded a total of $2.7 million across 452 grantees. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Mission Statement
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Cause Areas
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Philanthropy
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE MARYLAND FOOD BANK INC
$1M
4%
LEGAL AID BUREAU INC
$685K
2%
BREAD FOR THE CITY INC
$600K
2%
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Total No. of Grants
198
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to VENABLE FOUNDATION INC?
No. VENABLE FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does VENABLE FOUNDATION INC give?
VENABLE FOUNDATION INC primarily gives to organizations located in Maryland, District Of Columbia, 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 VENABLE FOUNDATION INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from VENABLE FOUNDATION INC 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 VENABLE FOUNDATION INC make each year?
In 2024, VENABLE FOUNDATION INC awarded about 200 grants, totaling nearly $2.7 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did VENABLE FOUNDATION INC fund recently?
In 2024, VENABLE FOUNDATION INC awarded grants to about 450 grantees. Recent grantees include THE MARYLAND FOOD BANK INC, LEGAL AID BUREAU INC, and BREAD FOR THE CITY INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to VENABLE FOUNDATION INC?
VENABLE FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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