THE OPPORTUNITY TRUST D/B/A ZEST EDUCATION
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THE OPPORTUNITY TRUST D/B/A ZEST EDUCATION is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses its funding primarily in Missouri, Washington, D.C., and New York, having disbursed a total of $5.9 million across 43 grantees in 2024. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE OPPORTUNITY TRUST INVESTS IN EDUCATORS AND SCHOOL SYSTEMS EAGER TO BUILD THE CAPACITY REQUIRED TO MAKE SIGNIFICANT AND MEASURABLE CHANGE.
Cause Areas
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Education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL
$2.5M
10%
Navigate STL Schools
$2.2M
9%
KAIROS ACADEMIES
$2M
9%
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Total No. of Grants
28
Median 1st year grant
$50K
Median 2nd year grant
$154.4K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE OPPORTUNITY TRUST D/B/A ZEST EDUCATION?
No. THE OPPORTUNITY TRUST D/B/A ZEST EDUCATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE OPPORTUNITY TRUST D/B/A ZEST EDUCATION give?
THE OPPORTUNITY TRUST D/B/A ZEST EDUCATION primarily gives to organizations located in Missouri, 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 THE OPPORTUNITY TRUST D/B/A ZEST EDUCATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE OPPORTUNITY TRUST D/B/A ZEST EDUCATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $50 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE OPPORTUNITY TRUST D/B/A ZEST EDUCATION make each year?
In 2024, THE OPPORTUNITY TRUST D/B/A ZEST EDUCATION awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $5.9 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE OPPORTUNITY TRUST D/B/A ZEST EDUCATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE OPPORTUNITY TRUST D/B/A ZEST EDUCATION awarded grants to about 40 grantees. Recent grantees include CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL, Navigate STL Schools, and KAIROS ACADEMIES. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE OPPORTUNITY TRUST D/B/A ZEST EDUCATION?
THE OPPORTUNITY TRUST D/B/A ZEST EDUCATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.