AI Summary
The Michael Phelps Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on grantmaking through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach, and does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation awarded a total of $540K across 38 grantees. Nonprofits interested in engaging with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE ORGANIZATION'S MISSION IS TO PROMOTE HEALTHY, ACTIVE LIVES, ESPECIALLY FOR CHILDREN, PRIMARILY BY EXPANDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR PARTICIPATION IN THE SPORT OF SWIMMING.
Cause Areas
3
Health
Swimming
Human services
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF AMERICA
Atlanta, GA
$2.5M
64%
The Brighter Days Foundation
N Canton, OH
$265.3K
7%
SPECIAL OLYMPICS INC
Washington, DC
$192.3K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
4
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$15K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE MICHAEL PHELPS FOUNDATION?
No. THE MICHAEL PHELPS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE MICHAEL PHELPS FOUNDATION give?
THE MICHAEL PHELPS FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Georgia, District Of Columbia, and Maine. 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 MICHAEL PHELPS FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE MICHAEL PHELPS FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand 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 MICHAEL PHELPS FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE MICHAEL PHELPS FOUNDATION awarded about 4 grants, totaling nearly $540 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE MICHAEL PHELPS FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE MICHAEL PHELPS FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 40 grantees. Recent grantees include BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF AMERICA, The Brighter Days Foundation, and SPECIAL OLYMPICS INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE MICHAEL PHELPS FOUNDATION?
THE MICHAEL PHELPS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.