The Golden LEAF Inc
AI Summary
The Golden LEAF Inc is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that has paid out a total of $161.3 million across 281 grantees in 2025. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals; instead, it operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
SEE PART III, LINE 1
Cause Areas
3
Economic development
Communication media
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
RURAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CENTER INC
$113.3M
11%
MOUNTAIN BIZCAPITAL INC
$57.5M
6%
THE NORTH CAROLINA AGRICULTURAL FOUNDATION INC
$48.5M
5%
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Total No. of Grants
131
Median 1st year grant
$155K
Median 2nd year grant
$200K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to The Golden LEAF Inc?
No. The Golden LEAF Inc does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does The Golden LEAF Inc give?
The Golden LEAF Inc primarily gives to organizations located in North Carolina, Michigan, 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 The Golden LEAF Inc’s grants?
The largest share of grants from The Golden LEAF Inc fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $155 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does The Golden LEAF Inc make each year?
In 2025, The Golden LEAF Inc awarded about 130 grants, totaling nearly $161.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did The Golden LEAF Inc fund recently?
In 2025, The Golden LEAF Inc awarded grants to about 280 grantees. Recent grantees include RURAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CENTER INC, MOUNTAIN BIZCAPITAL INC, and THE NORTH CAROLINA AGRICULTURAL FOUNDATION INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to The Golden LEAF Inc?
The Golden LEAF Inc does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.