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The HAND Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, focuses on grantmaking through a relationship-based approach, providing funding exclusively by invitation and not accepting unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation awarded a total of $655.4K across 188 grantees. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
NUEVA SCHOOL
$550K
10%
National Iranian American Council
$345K
7%
Trustees of Tufts College
$320K
6%
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Total No. of Grants
27
Median 1st year grant
$2.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to HAND Foundation?
No. HAND Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does HAND Foundation give?
HAND Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in California, District Of Columbia, and Massachusetts. 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 HAND Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from HAND Foundation fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $2,500. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does HAND Foundation make each year?
In 2024, HAND Foundation awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $655 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did HAND Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, HAND Foundation awarded grants to about 190 grantees. Recent grantees include NUEVA SCHOOL, National Iranian American Council, and Trustees of Tufts College. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to HAND Foundation?
HAND Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.