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The Genan Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding, providing a total of $8.5 million in grants to 103 grantees in 2024. This foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals; instead, it operates on an invitation-only basis. Nonprofits interested in engaging with The Genan Foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE MILLER CENTER FOUNDATION
$1.9M
7%

PIEDMONT HOUSING ALLIANCE
$1.4M
5%
JEFFERSON AREA BOARD FOR AGING INC
$770K
3%
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Total No. of Grants
104
Median 1st year grant
$35K
Median 2nd year grant
$50K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE GENAN FOUNDATION?
No. THE GENAN FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE GENAN FOUNDATION give?
THE GENAN FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Virginia, Tennessee, and North Carolina. 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 GENAN FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE GENAN FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $35 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE GENAN FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE GENAN FOUNDATION awarded about 100 grants, totaling nearly $8.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE GENAN FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE GENAN FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 100 grantees. Recent grantees include THE MILLER CENTER FOUNDATION, PIEDMONT HOUSING ALLIANCE, and JEFFERSON AREA BOARD FOR AGING INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE GENAN FOUNDATION?
THE GENAN FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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