THE MALALA FUND

Washington, DC, US
501(c)3
EIN
81-1397590
Fund Raising & Fund Distribution
Regional Funder
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Washington, DC, US
501(c)3
EIN
81-1397590
Fund Raising & Fund Distribution
Regional Funder

Overview

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Est.

2016

Fiscal Year Start

Apr 1

Organization Type

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Grantmaker
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The Malala Fund is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking primarily in Washington, DC, California, and New York, having paid a total of $1.5 million across 22 grantees in 2025. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and engages in a relationship-based, invitation-only approach for grantmaking. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the Malala Fund can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

WE WORK TO ENSURE ALL GIRLS CAN ACCESS AND COMPLETE 12 YEARS OF EDUCATION.
Total Funding Given

$1.5M

2025
Grantees funded
22
Multi-year grantees
9%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

8

Median 1st year grant
$100K
Median 2nd year grant
$344.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Z
Ziauddin Yousafzai
Board Member
P
Pearl Uzokwe
Board Member
V
Vanessa Nakate
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE MALALA FUND?
No. THE MALALA FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE MALALA FUND give?
THE MALALA FUND primarily gives to organizations located in District Of Columbia, California, 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 MALALA FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE MALALA FUND fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $100 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE MALALA FUND make each year?
In 2025, THE MALALA FUND awarded about 8 grants, totaling nearly $1.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE MALALA FUND fund recently?
In 2025, THE MALALA FUND awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include ATLANTIC COUNCIL OF THE UNITED STATES INC, INSTITUTE FOR STATE EFFECTIVENESS, and DEFAW INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE MALALA FUND?
THE MALALA FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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