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Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Christensen Family Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding and operates by invitation only, meaning it does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation disbursed a total of $540.5K across 46 grantees. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Total Funding Given
$540.5K
2024
Grantees funded
46
Multi-year grantees
74%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
37
Median 1st year grant
$7.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
M
Maren Christensen
Board Member
G
Gavin Christensen
Board Member
A
Amy Christensen
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE CHRISTENSEN FAMILY FOUNDATION?
No. THE CHRISTENSEN FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE CHRISTENSEN FAMILY FOUNDATION give?
THE CHRISTENSEN FAMILY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California, Illinois, and Tennessee. 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 CHRISTENSEN FAMILY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE CHRISTENSEN FAMILY FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $7,500. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE CHRISTENSEN FAMILY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE CHRISTENSEN FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded about 40 grants, totaling nearly $541 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE CHRISTENSEN FAMILY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE CHRISTENSEN FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 50 grantees. Recent grantees include LAUGHING PONY RESCUE, BAY AREA CANCER CONNECTIONS, and Canal Alliance. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE CHRISTENSEN FAMILY FOUNDATION?
THE CHRISTENSEN FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.