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The Adam Smith Institute is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that engages in relationship-based funding, offering grants by invitation only. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, making it essential for nonprofits to establish connections for potential funding opportunities. Organizations interested in pursuing support can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
JOHN TEMPLETON FOUNDATION
West Conshohocken, PA
$25K
2%
Atlas Economic Research Foundation
Arlington, VA
$20K
2%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to ADAM SMITH INSTITUTE?
No. ADAM SMITH INSTITUTE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does ADAM SMITH INSTITUTE give?
ADAM SMITH INSTITUTE primarily gives to organizations located in Pennsylvania, Virginia, and New York. 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 ADAM SMITH INSTITUTE’s grants?
The largest share of grants from ADAM SMITH INSTITUTE fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $23 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does ADAM SMITH INSTITUTE make each year?
In 2019, ADAM SMITH INSTITUTE awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $28 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did ADAM SMITH INSTITUTE fund recently?
In 2024, ADAM SMITH INSTITUTE awarded grants to about 2 grantees. Recent grantees include JOHN TEMPLETON FOUNDATION and Atlas Economic Research Foundation. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to ADAM SMITH INSTITUTE?
ADAM SMITH INSTITUTE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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