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The Schlinger Family Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in California, Montana, and Virginia. It operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

ENVIRONMENTAL DEFENSE CENTER
$1.2M
8%

The Prentice School
$1.2M
8%
SEA SHEPHERD CONSERVATION SOCIETY
$733K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
90
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$15K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Schlinger Family Foundation?
No. Schlinger Family Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Schlinger Family Foundation give?
Schlinger Family Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in California, Montana, and Virginia. 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 Schlinger Family Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Schlinger Family Foundation 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 Schlinger Family Foundation make each year?
In 2024, Schlinger Family Foundation awarded about 90 grants, totaling nearly $3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Schlinger Family Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, Schlinger Family Foundation awarded grants to about 190 grantees. Recent grantees include ENVIRONMENTAL DEFENSE CENTER, The Prentice School, and SEA SHEPHERD CONSERVATION SOCIETY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Schlinger Family Foundation?
Schlinger Family Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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