The Fistula Foundation
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The Fistula Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses its grantmaking efforts primarily in Michigan, Wisconsin, and Florida, having distributed a total of $1.3 million across 11 grantees in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
Fistula Foundation works to end the suffering caused by the childbirth injury obstetric fistula by getting as many women treated as possible. Additionally, the Foundation is focused on increasing the number of trained obstetric fistula surgeons to strengthen treatment capacity.
Cause Areas
2
Childbirth
Rehabilitation
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
CURE INTERNATIONAL INC
$3.7M
40%
HEAL AFRICA USA
$2.1M
23%
Hope Foundation for Women Child of Bangladesh Inc
$1.9M
20%
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Total No. of Grants
7
Median 1st year grant
$109.8K
Median 2nd year grant
$126.8K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to The Fistula Foundation?
No. The Fistula Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does The Fistula Foundation give?
The Fistula Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Michigan, Wisconsin, and Florida. 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 Fistula Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from The Fistula Foundation fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $110 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does The Fistula Foundation make each year?
In 2024, The Fistula Foundation awarded about 7 grants, totaling nearly $1.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did The Fistula Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, The Fistula Foundation awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include CURE INTERNATIONAL INC, HEAL AFRICA USA, and Hope Foundation for Women Child of Bangladesh Inc. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to The Fistula Foundation?
The Fistula Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.