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The JM Parker Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting arts and culture initiatives. In 2024, the foundation distributed a total of $1.1 million across 43 grantees and is currently open for unsolicited proposals. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the 'How to Apply' section of the current profile page to assess their fit for funding opportunities.
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Cause Areas
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Arts and culture
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
ABILENE, KS
$1.9M
25%
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ABILENE
ABILENE, TX
$1M
14%
The West Texas Rehabilitation Center
Abilene, TX
$580K
8%
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Total No. of Grants
29
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$15K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to JM PARKER FOUNDATION?
Yes. JM PARKER FOUNDATION accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does JM PARKER FOUNDATION give?
JM PARKER FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Texas, Kansas, and Colorado. 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 JM PARKER FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from JM PARKER FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does JM PARKER FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, JM PARKER FOUNDATION awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $1.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did JM PARKER FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, JM PARKER FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 40 grantees. Recent grantees include FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ABILENE, and The West Texas Rehabilitation Center. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to JM PARKER FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.
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