AI Summary
The Ruffwood Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on fostering relationships with nonprofits in its funding initiatives. With a total of $1.3 million granted to 14 grantees in 2024, the foundation operates on an invitation-only basis and does not accept unsolicited proposals. 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

BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF LANIER INC
Gainesville, GA
$1M
27%
Summit Charter School Foundation
Cashiers, NC
$1M
26%
SUPER CAT FEST 4 KIDS
Camdenton, MO
$300K
8%
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Total No. of Grants
12
Median 1st year grant
$27.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$55K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to The Ruffwood Foundation?
No. The Ruffwood Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does The Ruffwood Foundation give?
The Ruffwood Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Georgia, North Carolina, and Florida. 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 Ruffwood Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from The Ruffwood Foundation fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $28 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does The Ruffwood Foundation make each year?
In 2024, The Ruffwood Foundation awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $1.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did The Ruffwood Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, The Ruffwood Foundation awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF LANIER INC, Summit Charter School Foundation, and SUPER CAT FEST 4 KIDS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to The Ruffwood Foundation?
The Ruffwood Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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