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The Sobrato Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. In 2024, the foundation paid a total of $4.1 million across 21 grantees and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE SOBRATO FOUNDATION SUPPORTS NONPROFITS AND SOCIAL IMPACT ORGANIZATIONS SERVING AT-RISK AND VULNERABLE MEMBERS OF OUR COMMUNITY. THE FOUNDATION ALSO MAKES INVESTMENTS TO SUPPORT PHILANTHROPIC ACTIVITIES RECOMMENDED BY INDIVIDUAL SOBRATO FAMILY MEMBERS.
Cause Areas
2
Nonprofits
Philanthropy
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Silicon Valley Community Foundation
$102.6M
84%
WINDWARD FUND
$4.9M
4%
ROCKEFELLER FAMILY FUND INC
$2.3M
2%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to The Sobrato Foundation?
No. The Sobrato Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does The Sobrato Foundation give?
The Sobrato Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in California, District Of Columbia, 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 Sobrato Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from The Sobrato Foundation fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $375 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does The Sobrato Foundation make each year?
In 2024, The Sobrato Foundation awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $4.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did The Sobrato Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, The Sobrato Foundation awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include Silicon Valley Community Foundation, WINDWARD FUND, and ROCKEFELLER FAMILY FUND INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to The Sobrato Foundation?
The Sobrato Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.