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Est.

1993

Latest Fiscal Year

Not available

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Mecklenburg Partnership for Children is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives to support children and families in North Carolina. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in pursuing funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

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Total Funding Given
$24.6M
2025
Grantees funded
23
Multi-year grantees
78%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
14
Median 1st year grant
$89.3K
Median 2nd year grant
$120.6K
M
Michael L Blackwelder
Board Member
C
Catherine J Etters
Board Member
E
Emily Nanney
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MECKLENBURG PARTNERSHIP FOR CHILDREN?
No. MECKLENBURG PARTNERSHIP FOR CHILDREN does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does MECKLENBURG PARTNERSHIP FOR CHILDREN give?
MECKLENBURG PARTNERSHIP FOR CHILDREN 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 MECKLENBURG PARTNERSHIP FOR CHILDREN’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MECKLENBURG PARTNERSHIP FOR CHILDREN fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $89 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MECKLENBURG PARTNERSHIP FOR CHILDREN make each year?
In 2025, MECKLENBURG PARTNERSHIP FOR CHILDREN awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $24.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MECKLENBURG PARTNERSHIP FOR CHILDREN fund recently?
In 2024, MECKLENBURG PARTNERSHIP FOR CHILDREN awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include CHILD CARE RESOURCES INC, THOMPSON CHILD & FAMILY FOCUS INC, and YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF GREATER CHARLOTTE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MECKLENBURG PARTNERSHIP FOR CHILDREN?
MECKLENBURG PARTNERSHIP FOR CHILDREN does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.