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Est.

1998

Latest Fiscal Year

Not available

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Classics for Kids Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives that support music education for children. With a total of $35,000 in grants paid to six grantees in 2024, the foundation operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

EMPOWER YOUNG PEOPLE TO SHAPE POSITIVE FUTURES THROUGH MUSIC. BUILD SUSTAINABLE STRINGED INSTRUMENT MUSIC PROGRAMS AND PROVIDE GRANTS FOR HIGH QUALITY INSTRUMENTS.
Total Funding Given
$35K
2024
Grantees funded
6
Multi-year grantees
17%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
1
Median 1st year grant
$16.7K
Median 2nd year grant
$7.5K
F
Frank Graves
Board Member
L
Lynn Weidner
Board Member
B
Barry Kingston
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to CLASSICS FOR KIDS FOUNDATION?
No. CLASSICS FOR KIDS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does CLASSICS FOR KIDS FOUNDATION give?
CLASSICS FOR KIDS FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Montana, California, and Michigan. 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 CLASSICS FOR KIDS FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from CLASSICS FOR KIDS FOUNDATION fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $17 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does CLASSICS FOR KIDS FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, CLASSICS FOR KIDS FOUNDATION awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $35 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did CLASSICS FOR KIDS FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, CLASSICS FOR KIDS FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 6 grantees. Recent grantees include Pacific Symphony, HERNANDEZ MARIACHI HERITAGE SOCIETY, and PLAZA DE LA RAZA INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to CLASSICS FOR KIDS FOUNDATION?
CLASSICS FOR KIDS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.