Joseph B Whitehead Foundation
Atlanta, GA, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
58-6001954
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
Atlanta, GA, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
58-6001954
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
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The Joseph B. Whitehead Foundation, a 501(c)3 organization, has a robust grantmaking scale, having paid out a total of $87.1 million across 122 grantees in 2024. The foundation primarily focuses its funding in Georgia, with additional support in New York and Massachusetts. The foundation is currently open for unsolicited proposals, and prospective applicants are encouraged to review the 'How to Apply' section on the current profile page to assess their fit for funding.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR GREATER ATLANTA INC
$197M
35%

UNITED WAY OF GREATER ATLANTA INC
$126.4M
22%

Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta Inc
$26M
5%
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Total No. of Grants
42
Median 1st year grant
$400K
Median 2nd year grant
$500K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Joseph B Whitehead Foundation?
Yes. Joseph B Whitehead Foundation accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting their website.
Where does Joseph B Whitehead Foundation give?
Joseph B Whitehead Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Georgia, New York, and Massachusetts. 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 Joseph B Whitehead Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Joseph B Whitehead Foundation fall in the $250 thousand to $500 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $400 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Joseph B Whitehead Foundation make each year?
In 2024, Joseph B Whitehead Foundation awarded about 40 grants, totaling nearly $87.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Joseph B Whitehead Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, Joseph B Whitehead Foundation awarded grants to about 120 grantees. Recent grantees include THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR GREATER ATLANTA INC, UNITED WAY OF GREATER ATLANTA INC, and Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta Inc. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Joseph B Whitehead Foundation?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting Joseph B Whitehead Foundation’s website.
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