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Est.

2000

Latest Fiscal Year

Not available

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Champions Fund Inc is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding, providing grants by invitation only. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals, and nonprofits interested in engaging with them can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

Our mission is to simplify charitable giving among pro athletes and sport-related charities for the benefit of their communities.
Total Funding Given
$62.5K
2024
Grantees funded
12
Multi-year grantees
67%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
9
Median 1st year grant
$6K
Median 2nd year grant
$7.3K
C
Christian Bizzotto
Board Member
T
Tracy Thompson
Board Member
A
Anne Rugari
Executive

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to The Champions Fund Inc?
No. The Champions Fund Inc does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does The Champions Fund Inc give?
The Champions Fund Inc primarily gives to organizations located in Ohio, New York, and Pennsylvania. 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 Champions Fund Inc’s grants?
The largest share of grants from The Champions Fund Inc fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $6,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does The Champions Fund Inc make each year?
In 2024, The Champions Fund Inc awarded about 9 grants, totaling nearly $63 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did The Champions Fund Inc fund recently?
In 2024, The Champions Fund Inc awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include Bella Run Equine, SPCA OF WESTCHESTER INC, and SAVE OHIO PETS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to The Champions Fund Inc?
The Champions Fund Inc does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.