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THE SUTHERLAND FOUNDATION INC

THE SUTHERLAND FOUNDATION INC

Louisville, KY, US
501(c)3
EIN
61-6175862
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
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THE SUTHERLAND FOUNDATION INC

Louisville, KY, US
501(c)3
EIN
61-6175862
Private Foundation
Regional Funder

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Fiscal Year Start

Apr 1

Organization Type

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The Sutherland Foundation Inc is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits primarily in Kentucky, North Carolina, and Colorado. The foundation operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Total Funding Given

$452K

2024
Grantees funded
53
Multi-year grantees
42%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

20

Median 1st year grant
$5K
Median 2nd year grant
$19.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
L
Laura Lee Brown
Board Member
P
Polk Deters
Board Member
G
George Gastis
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE SUTHERLAND FOUNDATION INC?
No. THE SUTHERLAND FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE SUTHERLAND FOUNDATION INC give?
THE SUTHERLAND FOUNDATION INC primarily gives to organizations located in Kentucky, North Carolina, and Colorado. 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 SUTHERLAND FOUNDATION INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE SUTHERLAND FOUNDATION INC fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $5,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE SUTHERLAND FOUNDATION INC make each year?
In 2024, THE SUTHERLAND FOUNDATION INC awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $452 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE SUTHERLAND FOUNDATION INC fund recently?
In 2025, THE SUTHERLAND FOUNDATION INC awarded grants to about 50 grantees. Recent grantees include DECODE PROJECT INC, YOUNG AUTHORS GREENHOUSE INC, and EDUCATIONAL JUSTICE INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE SUTHERLAND FOUNDATION INC?
THE SUTHERLAND FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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