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The Gayden Family Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Texas, with additional support in California and New York. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
AUSTIN PRESBYTERIAN THEOLOGIAL SEMINARY
$1.1M
4%

NORTH TEXAS FOOD BANK
$850K
4%
VISITING NURSES ASSOCIATION
$650K
3%
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Total No. of Grants
55
Median 1st year grant
$15K
Median 2nd year grant
$25K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to The Gayden Family Foundation?
No. The Gayden Family Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does The Gayden Family Foundation give?
The Gayden Family Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Texas, California, and New York. 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 Gayden Family Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from The Gayden Family Foundation fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $15 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does The Gayden Family Foundation make each year?
In 2024, The Gayden Family Foundation awarded about 60 grants, totaling nearly $5.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did The Gayden Family Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, The Gayden Family Foundation awarded grants to about 70 grantees. Recent grantees include AUSTIN PRESBYTERIAN THEOLOGIAL SEMINARY, NORTH TEXAS FOOD BANK, and VISITING NURSES ASSOCIATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to The Gayden Family Foundation?
The Gayden Family Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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