FIRST CANDLE INC
AI Summary
FIRST CANDLE INC is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on providing funding through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, making it essential for nonprofits to engage through established connections. Organizations interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
FIRST CANDLE IS COMMITTED TO ENDING SUDDEN INFANT DEATH SYNDROME (SIDS) AND OTHER SLEEP-RELATED INFANT DEATHS WHILE PROVIDING BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT TO FAMILIES WHO HAVE EXPERIENCED A LOSS.
Cause Areas
2
Education
Patient social services
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
Charlottesville, VA
$36.3K
41%
CHILDREN'S NATIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
Washington, DC
$13.3K
15%
STAR LEGACY FOUNDATION
Eden Prairie, MN
$10.3K
12%
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Total No. of Grants
4
Median 1st year grant
$7K
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 FIRST CANDLE INC?
No. FIRST CANDLE INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does FIRST CANDLE INC give?
FIRST CANDLE INC primarily gives to organizations located in Virginia, Massachusetts, and District Of Columbia. 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 FIRST CANDLE INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from FIRST CANDLE INC fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $7,018. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does FIRST CANDLE INC make each year?
In 2016, FIRST CANDLE INC awarded about 4 grants, totaling nearly $7,000. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did FIRST CANDLE INC fund recently?
In 2024, FIRST CANDLE INC awarded grants to about 9 grantees. Recent grantees include UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA ALUMNI ASSOCIATION, CHILDREN'S NATIONAL MEDICAL CENTER, and STAR LEGACY FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to FIRST CANDLE INC?
FIRST CANDLE INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.