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THE KARAKIN FOUNDATION

THE KARAKIN FOUNDATION

Abilene, TX, US
501(c)3
EIN
75-2692023
Private Foundation
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THE KARAKIN FOUNDATION

Abilene, TX, US
501(c)3
EIN
75-2692023
Private Foundation

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Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

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The Karakin Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that does not accept unsolicited proposals, focusing primarily on funding in Texas, California, and Massachusetts. Grants are awarded through a relationship-based, invitation-only process. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Total Funding Given

$16.4M

2024
Grantees funded
217
Multi-year grantees
49%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

121

Median 1st year grant
$36.3K
Median 2nd year grant
$54.7K
J
John a Matthews Jr
Board Member
S
Sarah J Comerford
Employee
K
Kade L Matthews
Employee

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE KARAKIN FOUNDATION?
No. THE KARAKIN FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE KARAKIN FOUNDATION give?
THE KARAKIN FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Texas, California, and Washington. 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 KARAKIN FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE KARAKIN FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $36 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE KARAKIN FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE KARAKIN FOUNDATION awarded about 120 grants, totaling nearly $16.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE KARAKIN FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE KARAKIN FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 220 grantees. Recent grantees include ABILENE HERITAGE SQUARE INC, SIGN FRACTURE CARE INTERNATIONAL, and ABILENE IMPROVEMENT CORPORATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE KARAKIN FOUNDATION?
THE KARAKIN FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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