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The KELSON FOUNDATION is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily in California, Washington, and New York, having disbursed a total of $8.2 million across 169 grantees in 2024. This foundation operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the KELSON FOUNDATION can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
President and Fellows of Middlebury College
$2.3M
8%
Amalgamated Charitable Foundation Inc
$1.5M
5%
NEW VENTURE FUND
$1.5M
5%
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Total No. of Grants
65
Median 1st year grant
$25K
Median 2nd year grant
$25K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to KELSON FOUNDATION?
No. KELSON FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does KELSON FOUNDATION give?
KELSON FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California, 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 KELSON FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from KELSON FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does KELSON FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, KELSON FOUNDATION awarded about 70 grants, totaling nearly $8.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did KELSON FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, KELSON FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 170 grantees. Recent grantees include President and Fellows of Middlebury College, Amalgamated Charitable Foundation Inc, and NEW VENTURE FUND. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to KELSON FOUNDATION?
KELSON FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.