AI Summary
The Blue Ridge Energy Members Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on grantmaking within its community, having disbursed a total of $185,000 to 52 grantees in 2024. This foundation operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
PROVIDE ASSISTANCE FOR ELECTRIC AND HEATING UTILITY BILLS AND FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR NONPROFIT COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS THAT MEET EDUCATIONAL, HEALTHCARE, AND ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT NEEDS.
Cause Areas
2
Education
Health
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL INC
Jefferson, NC
$110K
8%
Alleghany County Memorial Hospital Inc
Sparta, NC
$96K
7%
Caldwell Memorial Hospital Inc
Lenoir, NC
$75K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
18
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$10.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to BLUE RIDGE ENERGY MEMBERS FOUNDATION?
No. BLUE RIDGE ENERGY MEMBERS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does BLUE RIDGE ENERGY MEMBERS FOUNDATION give?
BLUE RIDGE ENERGY MEMBERS FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in 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 BLUE RIDGE ENERGY MEMBERS FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from BLUE RIDGE ENERGY MEMBERS 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 BLUE RIDGE ENERGY MEMBERS FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, BLUE RIDGE ENERGY MEMBERS FOUNDATION awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $185 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did BLUE RIDGE ENERGY MEMBERS FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, BLUE RIDGE ENERGY MEMBERS FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 50 grantees. Recent grantees include ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL INC, Alleghany County Memorial Hospital Inc, and Caldwell Memorial Hospital Inc. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to BLUE RIDGE ENERGY MEMBERS FOUNDATION?
BLUE RIDGE ENERGY MEMBERS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.