AI Summary
VEGAS STRONG FUND INC is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that engages in relationship-based funding and operates on an invitation-only basis, meaning it does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2021, the fund distributed a total of $20.5K across five grantees. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO ASSIST THE VICTIMS AND OTHER INDIVIDUALS AND ENTITIES AFFECTED, OR WHICH MAY BE AFFECTED, BY THE SHOOTINGS AT THE SITE OF THE ROUTE 91 HARVEST MUSIC FESTIVAL ON OCTOBER 1, 2017 IN LAS VEGAS, NEVADA; INCLUDING PROVIDING SCHOLARSHIPS FOR THE CHILDREN OF THE 60 PEOPLE WHO WERE KILLED AND TRAINING FOR FIRST RESPONDERS IMPACTED BY THE TRAGIC EVENT; AND TO SUPPORT UNMET NEEDS IN THE COMMUNITY BY PROVIDING ASSISTANCE THAT FOSTERS RELIEF, SUPPORT, HEALING AND RESILIENCY.
Cause Areas
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Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
LAS VEGAS VICTIMS' FUND
$5.5M
77%
CLARK COUNTY PUBLIC EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC
$1.6M
22%
BOARD OF REGENTS NEVADA SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION
$40K
< 1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to VEGAS STRONG FUND INC?
No. VEGAS STRONG FUND INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does VEGAS STRONG FUND INC give?
VEGAS STRONG FUND INC primarily gives to organizations located in Nevada 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 VEGAS STRONG FUND INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from VEGAS STRONG FUND INC fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $40 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does VEGAS STRONG FUND INC make each year?
In 2021, VEGAS STRONG FUND INC awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $20 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did VEGAS STRONG FUND INC fund recently?
In 2024, VEGAS STRONG FUND INC awarded grants to about 5 grantees. Recent grantees include LAS VEGAS VICTIMS' FUND, CLARK COUNTY PUBLIC EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC, and BOARD OF REGENTS NEVADA SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to VEGAS STRONG FUND INC?
VEGAS STRONG FUND INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.