THE DREAM BIG FOUNDATION
AI Summary
The Dream Big Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on grantmaking by invitation only, emphasizing relationship-based engagement with potential grantees. Since its inception in 2016, the foundation has awarded a total of $20,000 across three grantees and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities are encouraged to explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Mission Statement
TO PURSUE TAX-EXEMPT CHARITABLE PURPOSES BY DEVELOPING AND IMPLEMENTING PROJECTS THAT WILL BENEFIT THE PUBLIC AT LARGE, SPECIFICALLY FEEDING THE NEEDY FAMILIES IN NYC AT THANKSGIVING.
Cause Areas
2
Human rights
Human services
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Happy Hearts Fund Inc
New York, NY
$15K
16%
OPERATION RESPECT INC
Linwood, NJ
$10K
11%
RIGHT START FOUNDATION
Babyon, NY
$10K
11%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE DREAM BIG FOUNDATION?
No. THE DREAM BIG FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE DREAM BIG FOUNDATION give?
THE DREAM BIG FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Florida, New York, and New Jersey. 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 DREAM BIG FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE DREAM BIG FOUNDATION fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE DREAM BIG FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2016, THE DREAM BIG FOUNDATION awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $20 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE DREAM BIG FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE DREAM BIG FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include Happy Hearts Fund Inc, OPERATION RESPECT INC, and RIGHT START FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE DREAM BIG FOUNDATION?
THE DREAM BIG FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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