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The Sandcastle Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily in Minnesota, Missouri, and Maine. Engaging in a relationship-based approach, the foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and provides grants solely by invitation. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Cause Areas
2
Human rights
Human services
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
University of St Thomas
$295K
8%

UJAMAA PLACE
$277.5K
7%

ST PATRICK CENTER
$180K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
32
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to SANDCASTLE FOUNDATION?
No. SANDCASTLE FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does SANDCASTLE FOUNDATION give?
SANDCASTLE FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Minnesota, Missouri, and Maine. 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 SANDCASTLE FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from SANDCASTLE FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does SANDCASTLE FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, SANDCASTLE FOUNDATION awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $800 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did SANDCASTLE FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, SANDCASTLE FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 50 grantees. Recent grantees include University of St Thomas, UJAMAA PLACE, and ST PATRICK CENTER. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to SANDCASTLE FOUNDATION?
SANDCASTLE FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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