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The Hilltopper Athletic Foundation Inc is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that primarily funds initiatives in Kentucky and Kansas, having paid out a total of $3.3 million in grants in 2024. The foundation operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, granting funds by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
FUNDS RECEIVED BY THE FOUNDATION ARE USED TO SUPPORT THE ATHLETIC PROGRAMS AT WESTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY. AWARDS WERE MADE TO THE INDIVIDUAL ATHLETIC ACTIVITIES DURING THE FYE DECEMBER 31, 2019.
Cause Areas
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Sports training
School athletics
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
WESTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY
$13.3M
95%
WKU REAL ESTATE CORPORATION
$467K
3%
COLLEGE HEIGHTS FOUNDATION INC
$212.9K
2%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to HILLTOPPER ATHLETIC FOUNDATION INC?
No. HILLTOPPER ATHLETIC FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does HILLTOPPER ATHLETIC FOUNDATION INC give?
HILLTOPPER ATHLETIC FOUNDATION INC primarily gives to organizations located in Kentucky and Kansas. 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 HILLTOPPER ATHLETIC FOUNDATION INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from HILLTOPPER ATHLETIC FOUNDATION INC fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $71 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does HILLTOPPER ATHLETIC FOUNDATION INC make each year?
In 2024, HILLTOPPER ATHLETIC FOUNDATION INC awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $3.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did HILLTOPPER ATHLETIC FOUNDATION INC fund recently?
In 2024, HILLTOPPER ATHLETIC FOUNDATION INC awarded grants to about 4 grantees. Recent grantees include WESTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY, WKU REAL ESTATE CORPORATION, and COLLEGE HEIGHTS FOUNDATION INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to HILLTOPPER ATHLETIC FOUNDATION INC?
HILLTOPPER ATHLETIC FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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