El Dorado Community Foundation
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The El Dorado Community Foundation, a 501(c)3 organization, has a strong focus on grantmaking primarily in California, with additional funding in Nevada and Washington. This foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and engages in a relationship-based, invitation-only grantmaking process. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
The El Dorado Community Foundation is dedicated to strengthening our community both now and for future generations. The Foundation fulfills its mission by:- Encouraging private giving for the public good.- Building and maintaining a permanent endowment fund to respond to changing community needs.- providing a flexible tax-exempt vehicle for donors with varied charitable interest and abilities to give.-serving as a catalyist, a convener, and a partner in shaping effective responses to community problems and opportunities.
Cause Areas
1
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Housing El Dorado
$510.5K
3%
Folsom Symphony Inc
$450.6K
3%
The Sierra Fund
$236K
1%
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Total No. of Grants
89
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$13.7K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to El Dorado Community Foundation?
No. El Dorado Community Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does El Dorado Community Foundation give?
El Dorado Community Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in California, Nevada, and Washington. 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 El Dorado Community Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from El Dorado Community 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 El Dorado Community Foundation make each year?
In 2024, El Dorado Community Foundation awarded about 90 grants, totaling nearly $2.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did El Dorado Community Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, El Dorado Community Foundation awarded grants to about 90 grantees. Recent grantees include Housing El Dorado, Folsom Symphony Inc, and The Sierra Fund. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to El Dorado Community Foundation?
El Dorado Community Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.