THE CITADEL FOUNDATION
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The Citadel Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in South Carolina, having disbursed a total of $24.6 million in grants in 2024. The foundation operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE CITADEL FOUNDATION IS A NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION CREATED TO RAISE FUNDS FOR THE CITADEL. GIFTS FROM ALUMNI AND FRIENDS, CORPORATIONS, AND OTHER ORGANIZATIONS PROVIDE RESOURCES THAT THE COLLEGE USES TO AWARD SCHOLARSHIPS, RECRUIT AND RETAIN OUTSTANDING STUDENTS AND PROFESSORS, PROVIDE THEM WITH STATE-OF-THE-ART TECHNOLOGY AND FACILITIES, AND ENRICH CAMPUS LIFE THROUGH ATHLETIC AND CULTURAL ACTIVITIES. THE TOP THREE AREAS OF FOCUS OF THE CITADEL FOUNDATION ARE TO PROVIDE UNRESTRICTED SUPPORT TO THE CITADEL, INCREASE SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS, AND SUSTAIN ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS FOR THE SOUTH CAROLINA CORPS OF CADETS AND GRADUATE STUDENTS.
Cause Areas
2
Technology
Education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE CITADEL REAL ESTATE FOUNDATION
$10.2M
5%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE CITADEL FOUNDATION?
No. THE CITADEL FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE CITADEL FOUNDATION give?
THE CITADEL FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in South 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 THE CITADEL FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE CITADEL FOUNDATION fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $3 million. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE CITADEL FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE CITADEL FOUNDATION awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $24.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE CITADEL FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE CITADEL FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include THE CITADEL REAL ESTATE FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE CITADEL FOUNDATION?
THE CITADEL FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.