AI Summary
The Waterfall Foundation Inc is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding, providing a total of $21.2 million in grants to 348 grantees in its most recent filing year of 2025. This foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on an invitation-only basis for engagement. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO SERVE AS A SUPPORTING ORGANIZATION FOR OTHER CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS.
Cause Areas
1
Philanthropy
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
FIDELITY INVESTMENTS CHARITABLE GIFT FUND
$20.9M
38%
ST CROIX MISSION OUTREACH INC
$2.3M
4%
AMIGOS FOR CHRIST INC
$1M
2%
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Total No. of Grants
5
Median 1st year grant
$35K
Median 2nd year grant
$50K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE WATERFALL FOUNDATION INC?
No. THE WATERFALL FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE WATERFALL FOUNDATION INC give?
THE WATERFALL FOUNDATION INC primarily gives to organizations located in Massachusetts, Georgia, and Virgin Islands. 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 WATERFALL FOUNDATION INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE WATERFALL FOUNDATION INC fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $35 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE WATERFALL FOUNDATION INC make each year?
In 2025, THE WATERFALL FOUNDATION INC awarded about 5 grants, totaling nearly $21.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE WATERFALL FOUNDATION INC fund recently?
In 2025, THE WATERFALL FOUNDATION INC awarded grants to about 350 grantees. Recent grantees include FIDELITY INVESTMENTS CHARITABLE GIFT FUND, ST CROIX MISSION OUTREACH INC, and AMIGOS FOR CHRIST INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE WATERFALL FOUNDATION INC?
THE WATERFALL FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.