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Est.

1995

Fiscal Year Start

Jun 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Decorative Arts Society is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives in the decorative arts. With a total of $376.3K awarded to 42 grantees in 2024, the society engages in a relationship-based funding model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants strictly by invitation. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

FUNDRAISING PRIMARILY TO SUPPORT CHARITABLE WOMEN'S GROUPS.
Total Funding Given
$376.3K
2024
Grantees funded
42
Multi-year grantees
57%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
14
Median 1st year grant
$20K
Median 2nd year grant
$17.8K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
$38.3K
D
Diane Cannon
Board Member
S
Sharon Henwood
Board Member
E
Elana Donovan
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to DECORATIVE ARTS SOCIETY?
No. DECORATIVE ARTS SOCIETY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does DECORATIVE ARTS SOCIETY give?
DECORATIVE ARTS SOCIETY primarily gives to organizations located in California. 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 DECORATIVE ARTS SOCIETY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from DECORATIVE ARTS SOCIETY fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $20 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does DECORATIVE ARTS SOCIETY make each year?
In 2024, DECORATIVE ARTS SOCIETY awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $376 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did DECORATIVE ARTS SOCIETY fund recently?
In 2024, DECORATIVE ARTS SOCIETY awarded grants to about 40 grantees. Recent grantees include BEYOND BLINDNESS, WOMENS TRANSITIONAL LIVING CENTER INC RADIANT FUTURES, and Serving People In Need Inc. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to DECORATIVE ARTS SOCIETY?
DECORATIVE ARTS SOCIETY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.