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The Raymond and Bessie Kravis Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses its funding primarily in New York, Florida, and Oklahoma, having distributed a total of $4.7 million across seven grantees in 2024. 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.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

SPONSORS FOR EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY INC
$8.4M
56%
RAYMOND F KRAVIS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS INC
$4.5M
30%
SHIFT EDUCATION
$1M
7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to The Raymond and Bessie Kravis Foundation?
No. The Raymond and Bessie Kravis Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does The Raymond and Bessie Kravis Foundation give?
The Raymond and Bessie Kravis Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in New York, Florida, and Oklahoma. 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 Raymond and Bessie Kravis Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from The Raymond and Bessie Kravis Foundation fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $200 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does The Raymond and Bessie Kravis Foundation make each year?
In 2024, The Raymond and Bessie Kravis Foundation awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $4.7 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did The Raymond and Bessie Kravis Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, The Raymond and Bessie Kravis Foundation awarded grants to about 7 grantees. Recent grantees include SPONSORS FOR EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY INC, RAYMOND F KRAVIS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS INC, and SHIFT EDUCATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to The Raymond and Bessie Kravis Foundation?
The Raymond and Bessie Kravis Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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