Dalberg Catalyst
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Dalberg Catalyst is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits primarily in Virginia, Washington, D.C., and New York, having paid a total of $285K in grants to 17 grantees in 2024. The foundation operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with Dalberg Catalyst can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
Dalberg Catalyst exists to co-create and actively accelerate systems solutions that have a tangible and durable impact on the pressing societal and planetary challenges of our time.
Cause Areas
1
International development
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
WORLD RESOURCES INSTITUTE
$581.3K
25%
THE NATURE CONSERVANCY
$537K
23%
Yale University
$117.4K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
5
Median 1st year grant
$66.3K
Median 2nd year grant
$50K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Dalberg Catalyst?
No. Dalberg Catalyst does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Dalberg Catalyst give?
Dalberg Catalyst primarily gives to organizations located in Virginia, District Of Columbia, 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 Dalberg Catalyst’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Dalberg Catalyst fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $66 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Dalberg Catalyst make each year?
In 2024, Dalberg Catalyst awarded about 5 grants, totaling nearly $285 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Dalberg Catalyst fund recently?
In 2024, Dalberg Catalyst awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include WORLD RESOURCES INSTITUTE, THE NATURE CONSERVANCY, and Yale University. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Dalberg Catalyst?
Dalberg Catalyst does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.