African Economic Development Solutions
AI Summary
African Economic Development Solutions is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on grantmaking within Minnesota. In 2020, it paid a total of $2.6 million in grants, primarily to one grantee, and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model, meaning it does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in collaboration can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
African Economic Development Solutions (AEDS) builds wealth within African immigrant communities in the Twin Cities through economic development activities.
Cause Areas
2
Economic development
Adult education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Positive Image
$10K
< 1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to African Economic Development Solutions?
No. African Economic Development Solutions does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does African Economic Development Solutions give?
African Economic Development Solutions primarily gives to organizations located in Minnesota. 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 African Economic Development Solutions’s grants?
The largest share of grants from African Economic Development Solutions fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does African Economic Development Solutions make each year?
In 2020, African Economic Development Solutions awarded about 200 grants, totaling nearly $2.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did African Economic Development Solutions fund recently?
In 2024, African Economic Development Solutions awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include Positive Image. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to African Economic Development Solutions?
African Economic Development Solutions does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.