THE DEGEN FOUNDATION
AI Summary
Was this helpful?
The Degen Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits in Arkansas, having paid a total of $66K in grants to 18 grantees in 2025. This foundation operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO PROMOTE AND DEVELOP ACCESS TO AND DELIVERY OF HEALTHCARE SERVICES IN WESTERN ARKANSAS AND EASTERN OKLAHOMA, TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY AND AVAILABILITY OF HEALTHCARE SERVICES, TO FACILITATE AND PROMOTE HEALTHCARE EDUCATION, TO AID AND SUPPORT ESTABLISHED RELIGIOUS AND CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS, AND TO SUPPORT AND FACILITATE AS A SUPPORTING ORGANIZATION THE EDUCATIONAL MISSION OF THE ARKANSAS COLLEGES OF HEALTHCARE EDUCATION AND THE UNITED WAY OF FORT SMITH AREA, INC.
Cause Areas
1
Hospital care
Explore this org's ecosystem
See top causes for this funder's grantees, who else funds them, and their grants.
Explore this org's ecosystem
See top causes for this funder's grantees, who else funds them, and their grants.
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
ARKANSAS COLLEGES OF HEALTH EDUCATION
$1.1M
73%
SPARKS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
$109.4K
7%
Crawford-Sebastian Community Development Council Inc
$81.2K
6%
Evaluate your own portfolio
Understand the health of your own grantees and uncover signs of risk.
Evaluate your own portfolio
Understand the health of your own grantees and uncover signs of risk.
Total No. of Grants
3
Median 1st year grant
$13.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$20K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE DEGEN FOUNDATION?
No. THE DEGEN FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE DEGEN FOUNDATION give?
THE DEGEN FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Arkansas. 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 DEGEN FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE DEGEN FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $13 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE DEGEN FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2025, THE DEGEN FOUNDATION awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $66 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE DEGEN FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, THE DEGEN FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include ARKANSAS COLLEGES OF HEALTH EDUCATION, SPARKS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER, and Crawford-Sebastian Community Development Council Inc. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE DEGEN FOUNDATION?
THE DEGEN FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.