The Pad Project

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The Pad Project is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based approach, providing grants by invitation only. In 2023, it awarded a total of $148.4K across 47 grantees. As the organization does not accept unsolicited proposals, nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Mission Statement
The Pad Project is a global nonprofit that expands access to menstrual care products, combats period stigma, and champions menstrual equity for all.
Cause Areas
1
Goodwill promotion
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
For the Girls Inc
$28.1K
13%
THE KWEK SOCIETY
$27.2K
12%
Minas List Inc
$10K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
42
Median 1st year grant
$2.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to The Pad Project?
No. The Pad Project does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does The Pad Project give?
The Pad Project primarily gives to organizations located in California, Maryland, and Virginia. 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 Pad Project’s grants?
The largest share of grants from The Pad Project fall in the below $5,000 range. The median first-year grant is about $2,500. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does The Pad Project make each year?
In 2023, The Pad Project awarded about 40 grants, totaling nearly $148 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did The Pad Project fund recently?
In 2023, The Pad Project awarded grants to about 50 grantees. Recent grantees include For the Girls Inc, THE KWEK SOCIETY, and Minas List Inc. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to The Pad Project?
The Pad Project does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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