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SHARE OUR STRENGTH

SHARE OUR STRENGTH

WASHINGTON, DC, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
52-1367538
Regional Funder
Logo for "SHARE OUR STRENGTH"

SHARE OUR STRENGTH

WASHINGTON, DC, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
52-1367538
Regional Funder

Overview

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Est.

1984

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

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Grantmaker

AI Summary

SHARE OUR STRENGTH is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on fostering relationships with nonprofits to support their initiatives, having paid out a total of $18.1 million across 1,568 grants in 2024. The organization does not accept unsolicited proposals; instead, it engages with grantees through an invitation-only process. Nonprofits interested in connecting with SHARE OUR STRENGTH can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

INSPIRED PEOPLE, SHARING STRENGTHS, SO ALL CHILDREN AND FAMILIES LIVE WITHOUT HUNGER.
Total Funding Given

$18.1M

2024
Grantees funded
1.6K
Multi-year grantees
38%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

330

Median 1st year grant
$20K
Median 2nd year grant
$25K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
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Anne Filipic
Board Member
W
William H Shore - Founder
Board Member
J
Joanne Chang
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to SHARE OUR STRENGTH?
No. SHARE OUR STRENGTH does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does SHARE OUR STRENGTH give?
SHARE OUR STRENGTH primarily gives to organizations located in California, Virginia, and Florida. 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 SHARE OUR STRENGTH’s grants?
The largest share of grants from SHARE OUR STRENGTH fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $20 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does SHARE OUR STRENGTH make each year?
In 2024, SHARE OUR STRENGTH awarded about 330 grants, totaling nearly $18.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did SHARE OUR STRENGTH fund recently?
In 2024, SHARE OUR STRENGTH awarded grants to about 1,570 grantees. Recent grantees include ARKANSAS HUNGER RELIEF ALLIANCE INC, FOOD BANK FOR NEW YORK CITY, and UNITED WAY OF KING COUNTY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to SHARE OUR STRENGTH?
SHARE OUR STRENGTH does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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