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Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Linux Kernel Organization, a 501(c)(3) foundation, primarily engages in grantmaking by invitation only, and does not accept unsolicited proposals. With a focus on supporting initiatives related to the Linux kernel, the organization has provided a total of $7.5K in grants to a single grantee as of 2018. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities are encouraged to explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Total Funding Given
$7.5K
2018
Grantees funded
1
Multi-year grantees
100%
Funding by Year
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE LINUX FOUNDATION
San Francisco, CA
$96.5K
100%
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Total No. of Grants
1
Median 1st year grant
$68.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$16.2K
J
James Zemlin
Board Member
L
Lisbeth McNabb
Executive

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE LINUX KERNEL ORGANIZATION?
No. THE LINUX KERNEL ORGANIZATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE LINUX KERNEL ORGANIZATION give?
THE LINUX KERNEL ORGANIZATION 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 THE LINUX KERNEL ORGANIZATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE LINUX KERNEL ORGANIZATION fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $69 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE LINUX KERNEL ORGANIZATION make each year?
In 2018, THE LINUX KERNEL ORGANIZATION awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $7,471. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE LINUX KERNEL ORGANIZATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE LINUX KERNEL ORGANIZATION awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include THE LINUX FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE LINUX KERNEL ORGANIZATION?
THE LINUX KERNEL ORGANIZATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.