ASPYR
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ASPYR is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses its funding primarily in Kentucky, Ohio, and Florida. With a total of $10.1 million in grants paid to 27 grantees in 2024, ASPYR operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with ASPYR can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO PARTNER WITH AREA BUSINESSES AND ORGANIZATIONS ON WORKFORCE NEEDS SO THAT PEOPLE ARE FULLY EMPLOYED AT THEIR ABILITY AND POTENTIAL IN THE THRIVING CENTRAL OHIO ECONOMY.
Cause Areas
2
Public administration
Job Preparation & Procurement
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
ECKERD YOUTH ALTERNATIVES INC
$8.8M
17%
IMPACT COMMUNITY ACTION INC
$6.1M
12%
Central Ohio Workforce Investment Corporation
$3.2M
6%
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Total No. of Grants
21
Median 1st year grant
$49.9K
Median 2nd year grant
$164.3K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to ASPYR?
No. ASPYR does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does ASPYR give?
ASPYR primarily gives to organizations located in Kentucky, Ohio, and Florida. 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 ASPYR’s grants?
The largest share of grants from ASPYR fall in the $500 thousand to $1 million range. The median first-year grant is about $50 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does ASPYR make each year?
In 2024, ASPYR awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $10.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did ASPYR fund recently?
In 2024, ASPYR awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include ECKERD YOUTH ALTERNATIVES INC, IMPACT COMMUNITY ACTION INC, and Central Ohio Workforce Investment Corporation. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to ASPYR?
ASPYR does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.