HIDAYA FOUNDATION
AI Summary
The HIDAYA FOUNDATION is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on fostering impactful projects through a relationship-based engagement model. With a total of $3.1 million in grants paid to 24 grantees in 2024, it operates strictly by invitation and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO IMPLEMENT EDUCATIONAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, SOCIAL WELFARE, AND HEALTH CARE PROGRAMS IN ECONOMICALLY DEPRESSED AREAS OF ASIA, AFRICA AND NORTH AMERICA, WITH FOCUS ON PROJECTS WHICH PROMOTE SELF-EMPLOYMENT.
Cause Areas
7
Education
Environment
Health
Welfare
Employment
Communication media
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Heroic Hearts Organization NFP
$1.9M
24%
AMERICAN RELIEF AGENCY FOR THE HORN OF AFRICA
$1.1M
14%
IHSAN FOUNDATION FOR WEST AFRICA
$993.2K
13%
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Total No. of Grants
16
Median 1st year grant
$16.2K
Median 2nd year grant
$25.3K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to HIDAYA FOUNDATION?
No. HIDAYA FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does HIDAYA FOUNDATION give?
HIDAYA FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California, Illinois, and Texas. 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 HIDAYA FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from HIDAYA FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $16 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does HIDAYA FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, HIDAYA FOUNDATION awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $3.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did HIDAYA FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, HIDAYA FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include Heroic Hearts Organization NFP, AMERICAN RELIEF AGENCY FOR THE HORN OF AFRICA, and IHSAN FOUNDATION FOR WEST AFRICA. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to HIDAYA FOUNDATION?
HIDAYA FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.