Overview

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Est.

2018

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Sola Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding and operates by invitation only, meaning it does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2023, the foundation awarded a total of $23,000 across two grantees. Nonprofits interested in engaging with The Sola Foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

WORKS TO END INTERGENERATIONAL POVERTY IN SOUTH LOS ANGELES.
Total Funding Given
$23K
2023
Grantees funded
2
Multi-year grantees
0%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
2
Median 1st year grant
$11.5K
Median 2nd year grant
N/A
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Sherri Francois
Board Member
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Daniel Rosove
Board Member
D
Dan Stillwell
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE SOLA FOUNDATION?
No. THE SOLA FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE SOLA FOUNDATION give?
THE SOLA FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in 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 THE SOLA FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE SOLA FOUNDATION fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $12 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE SOLA FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2023, THE SOLA FOUNDATION awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $23 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE SOLA FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE SOLA FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 2 grantees. Recent grantees include Los Angeles Urban League Inc and HOLLYROD FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE SOLA FOUNDATION?
THE SOLA FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.