Pillars Fund
AI Summary
The Pillars Fund is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based approach, providing $2.4 million in grants to 64 grantees in 2024. Please note that the Fund does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on an invitation-only basis. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the Pillars Fund can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
To strengthen relations with American Muslims and all Americans. Pillars Fund strategically supports nonprofit organizations that amplify the talents and leadership of American Muslims and improve the communities they serve.
Cause Areas
1
Philanthropy
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
INNER-CITY MUSLIM ACTION NETWORK
CHICAGO, IL
$586K
6%
THE CITY UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK SCHOOL OF LAW FOUNDATION INC
Long Island City, NY
$522.5K
6%
ALLIED MEDIA PROJECTS INC
Detroit, MI
$509.5K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
45
Median 1st year grant
$21K
Median 2nd year grant
$30K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Pillars Fund?
No. Pillars Fund does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Pillars Fund give?
Pillars Fund primarily gives to organizations located in California, Illinois, 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 Pillars Fund’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Pillars Fund fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $21 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Pillars Fund make each year?
In 2024, Pillars Fund awarded about 50 grants, totaling nearly $2.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Pillars Fund fund recently?
In 2024, Pillars Fund awarded grants to about 60 grantees. Recent grantees include INNER-CITY MUSLIM ACTION NETWORK, THE CITY UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK SCHOOL OF LAW FOUNDATION INC, and ALLIED MEDIA PROJECTS INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Pillars Fund?
Pillars Fund does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.