Upward Unlimited
AI Summary
Upward Unlimited is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on fostering impactful initiatives through a relationship-based engagement model, providing grants by invitation only. In 2025, it awarded a total of $239K across 85 grantees, and it does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
Upward Sports is a non-denominational Christian sports ministry that partners with churches to provide programming for children.
Cause Areas
2
Christianity
Religion for youth
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Upward Unlimited Foundation
Spartanburg, SC
$9.3M
69%
SOUTH CAROLINA CHRISTIAN FOUNDATION
Spartanburg, SC
$900K
7%
ANDERSON MILL ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH
MOORE, SC
$450K
3%
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Total No. of Grants
5
Median 1st year grant
$15K
Median 2nd year grant
$57K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Upward Unlimited?
No. Upward Unlimited does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Upward Unlimited give?
Upward Unlimited primarily gives to organizations located in South Carolina, Georgia, and Virginia. 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 Upward Unlimited’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Upward Unlimited fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $15 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Upward Unlimited make each year?
In 2025, Upward Unlimited awarded about 5 grants, totaling nearly $239 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Upward Unlimited fund recently?
In 2025, Upward Unlimited awarded grants to about 80 grantees. Recent grantees include Upward Unlimited Foundation, SOUTH CAROLINA CHRISTIAN FOUNDATION, and ANDERSON MILL ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Upward Unlimited?
Upward Unlimited does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.