WGU AdvancementClosed
Closed
Salt Lake City, UT, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
82-4547364
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Regional Funder
Salt Lake City, UT, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
82-4547364
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Regional Funder
AI Summary
WGU Advancement is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking through a relationship-based approach, providing funding by invitation only. In 2023, the organization awarded a total of $1.6 million across four grantees, emphasizing its selective engagement process. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities should note that WGU Advancement does not accept unsolicited proposals and can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO SUPPORT THE EDUCATIONAL AND CHARITABLE PURPOSES OF WESTERN GOVERNORS UNIVERSITY.
Cause Areas
1
Education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
WESTERN GOVERNORS UNIVERSITY
$12.7M
86%
WGU LABS
$1.9M
13%
Bay Area Hybrid College Initiative DBA Rivet School
$218.1K
1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to WGU Advancement?
No. WGU Advancement does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does WGU Advancement give?
WGU Advancement primarily gives to organizations located in Utah and California. 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 WGU Advancement’s grants?
The largest share of grants from WGU Advancement fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $638 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does WGU Advancement make each year?
In 2023, WGU Advancement awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $1.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did WGU Advancement fund recently?
In 2023, WGU Advancement awarded grants to about 4 grantees. Recent grantees include WESTERN GOVERNORS UNIVERSITY, WGU LABS, and Bay Area Hybrid College Initiative DBA Rivet School. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to WGU Advancement?
WGU Advancement does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.