AI Summary
The Stella and James Melillo Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding, providing grants exclusively by invitation. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals, emphasizing a selective engagement approach. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Cause Areas
1
Scholarships & Financial Aid
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SOLUTIONS
RIVERSIDE, CA
$55K
14%
SARAH LAWRENCE COLLEGE
Bronxville, NY
$37K
9%
NETWORK CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES
SEATTLE, WA
$12K
3%
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Total No. of Grants
6
Median 1st year grant
$3.3K
Median 2nd year grant
$5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to STELLA AND JAMES MELILLO FOUNDATION?
No. STELLA AND JAMES MELILLO FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does STELLA AND JAMES MELILLO FOUNDATION give?
STELLA AND JAMES MELILLO FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California, New York, 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 STELLA AND JAMES MELILLO FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from STELLA AND JAMES MELILLO FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $3,250. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does STELLA AND JAMES MELILLO FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, STELLA AND JAMES MELILLO FOUNDATION awarded about 6 grants, totaling nearly $51 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did STELLA AND JAMES MELILLO FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, STELLA AND JAMES MELILLO FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SOLUTIONS, SARAH LAWRENCE COLLEGE, and NETWORK CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to STELLA AND JAMES MELILLO FOUNDATION?
STELLA AND JAMES MELILLO FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.