THE KAVLI FOUNDATION
AI Summary
The Kavli Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on advancing science and promoting a deeper understanding of the universe. In 2024, it distributed a total of $17.4 million across 130 grantees. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES
Washington, DC
$16.8M
7%
JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY
BALTIMORE, MD
$14.3M
6%
THE ROCKEFELLER UNIVERSITY
New York, NY
$11.3M
4%
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Total No. of Grants
107
Median 1st year grant
$50K
Median 2nd year grant
$92.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE KAVLI FOUNDATION?
No. THE KAVLI FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE KAVLI FOUNDATION give?
THE KAVLI FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California, New York, and Maryland. 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 KAVLI FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE KAVLI FOUNDATION fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $50 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE KAVLI FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE KAVLI FOUNDATION awarded about 110 grants, totaling nearly $17.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE KAVLI FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE KAVLI FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 130 grantees. Recent grantees include NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES, JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY, and THE ROCKEFELLER UNIVERSITY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE KAVLI FOUNDATION?
THE KAVLI FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.