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THE MICHAEL PHELPS FOUNDATION

THE MICHAEL PHELPS FOUNDATION

Litchfield Park, AZ, US
501(c)3
EIN
61-1571538
Fund Raising & Fund Distribution
Regional Funder
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THE MICHAEL PHELPS FOUNDATION

Litchfield Park, AZ, US
501(c)3
EIN
61-1571538
Fund Raising & Fund Distribution
Regional Funder

Overview

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Est.

2008

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Michael Phelps Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking primarily within the nonprofit sector, having disbursed $540K across 38 grantees in 2024. This foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation may explore warm-introduction pathways through 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.
Total Funding Given

$540K

2024
Grantees funded
38
Multi-year grantees
42%
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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
M
Michael Lynch
Board Member
L
Lenny Krayzelberg
Board Member
D
Debbie Phelps
Board Member

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.
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