AI Summary
The UNCG Excellence Foundation Inc is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives through a relationship-based approach, making grants by invitation only. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, which means nonprofits interested in funding opportunities should seek warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting. In 2025, the foundation paid out a total of $7.7 million across three grantees.
Mission Statement
THE MISSION OF THE UNCG EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION IS TO CONDUCT FUNDRAISING PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES; TO INVEST AND MANAGE FOUNDATION RESOURCES IN A RESPONSIBLE MANNER THAT BALANCES GROWTH AND SUPPORT FOR DESIGNATED UNIVERSITY PROGRAMS; AND TO DEVELOP INTEREST IN AND SUPPORT FOR THE UNIVERSITY WITHIN THE CORPORATE, FOUNDATION, AND POLITICAL ARENAS.
Cause Areas
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Education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT GREENSBORO
$75M
97%
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT GREENSBORO WEATHERSPOON ARTS FOUNDATION
$2.1M
3%
WEATHERSPOON ART MUSEUM ASSOCIATION
$119.1K
< 1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UNCG EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION INC?
No. UNCG EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UNCG EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION INC give?
UNCG EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION INC 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 UNCG EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UNCG EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION INC fall in the $5 million to $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 UNCG EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION INC make each year?
In 2025, UNCG EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION INC awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $7.7 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UNCG EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION INC fund recently?
In 2025, UNCG EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION INC awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT GREENSBORO, UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT GREENSBORO WEATHERSPOON ARTS FOUNDATION, and WEATHERSPOON ART MUSEUM ASSOCIATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UNCG EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION INC?
UNCG EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.