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The Samuel M. Fleming Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding and operates by invitation only, meaning it does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation paid a total of $715K across 34 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
MISS PORTER'S SCHOOL INC
FARMINGTON, CT
$575K
14%

THE ENSWORTH SCHOOL
NASHVILLE, TN
$290K
7%
NASHVILLE OPERA INC
NASHVILLE, TN
$245K
6%
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Total No. of Grants
42
Median 1st year grant
$10K
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 THE SAMUEL M FLEMING FOUNDATION?
No. THE SAMUEL M FLEMING FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE SAMUEL M FLEMING FOUNDATION give?
THE SAMUEL M FLEMING FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Tennessee, Connecticut, and Oklahoma. 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 SAMUEL M FLEMING FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE SAMUEL M FLEMING FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE SAMUEL M FLEMING FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE SAMUEL M FLEMING FOUNDATION awarded about 40 grants, totaling nearly $715 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE SAMUEL M FLEMING FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE SAMUEL M FLEMING FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include MISS PORTER'S SCHOOL INC, THE ENSWORTH SCHOOL, and NASHVILLE OPERA INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE SAMUEL M FLEMING FOUNDATION?
THE SAMUEL M FLEMING FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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