
THOUSAND CURRENTS
THOUSAND CURRENTS

THOUSAND CURRENTS
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Thousand Currents is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses its funding primarily in California, Colorado, and Massachusetts. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in connecting with Thousand Currents can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
WE FUND, CONNECT, AND WALK ALONGSIDE GRASSROOTS GROUPS TRANSFORMING THEIR COMMUNITIES.
Cause Areas
1
International development
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
BLACK LIVES MATTER GLOBAL NETWORK FOUNDATION INC
$69.2M
75%

GLOBAL GREENGRANTS FUND
$7M
8%

GRASSROOTS INTERNATIONAL INC
$6.9M
8%
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Total No. of Grants
6
Median 1st year grant
$39.1K
Median 2nd year grant
$22K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THOUSAND CURRENTS?
No. THOUSAND CURRENTS does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THOUSAND CURRENTS give?
THOUSAND CURRENTS primarily gives to organizations located in California, Colorado, and Massachusetts. 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 THOUSAND CURRENTS’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THOUSAND CURRENTS fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $39 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THOUSAND CURRENTS make each year?
In 2024, THOUSAND CURRENTS awarded about 6 grants, totaling nearly $6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THOUSAND CURRENTS fund recently?
In 2024, THOUSAND CURRENTS awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include BLACK LIVES MATTER GLOBAL NETWORK FOUNDATION INC, GLOBAL GREENGRANTS FUND, and GRASSROOTS INTERNATIONAL INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THOUSAND CURRENTS?
THOUSAND CURRENTS does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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