Friends of Via
Mission Statement
Friends of Via goals are to increase awareness of the Czech Republic and of the Via Foundation's charitable work in the areas of Czech Cultural Heritage, Community Development, Youth, and the Environment. Through these areas of interest, Friends of Via works to empower citizens and nonprofit organizations, promoting philanthropy, community activism, and respect for the environment through support and proliferation of successful models, in order to cultivate a strong civil society in the Czech Republic. Friends of Via also provides awareness and support for the preservation of Czech cultural heritage in the United States. Friends of Via acts as Via's fiscal agent in North America.
Cause Areas
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Antidiscrimination
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE PITTSBURGH FOUNDATION
Pittsburgh, PA
$14.9K
100%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Friends of Via?
No. Friends of Via does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Friends of Via give?
Friends of Via primarily gives to organizations located in Pennsylvania. 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 Friends of Via’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Friends of Via fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $15 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Friends of Via make each year?
In 2014, Friends of Via awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $15 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Friends of Via fund recently?
In 2025, Friends of Via awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include THE PITTSBURGH FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Friends of Via?
Friends of Via does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.