MASTERCARD IMPACT FUND
Purchase, NY, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
82-4717403
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Private Foundation
Regional Funder
Purchase, NY, US
•
501(c)3
•
EIN
82-4717403
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•
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
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The Mastercard Impact Fund is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on fostering meaningful relationships with its grantees, having awarded a total of $62.1 million across 113 organizations in the 2024 filing year. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on an invitation-only basis for grant engagement. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities are encouraged to explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Cause Areas
1
Scholarships & Financial Aid
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE ASPEN INSTITUTE INC
$26.3M
7%
NEW VENTURE FUND
$20.3M
6%

Accion International
$20.2M
6%
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Total No. of Grants
52
Median 1st year grant
$250K
Median 2nd year grant
$500K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MASTERCARD IMPACT FUND?
No. MASTERCARD IMPACT FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does MASTERCARD IMPACT FUND give?
MASTERCARD IMPACT FUND primarily gives to organizations located in District Of Columbia, New York, and Maryland. 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 MASTERCARD IMPACT FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MASTERCARD IMPACT FUND fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $250 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MASTERCARD IMPACT FUND make each year?
In 2024, MASTERCARD IMPACT FUND awarded about 50 grants, totaling nearly $62.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MASTERCARD IMPACT FUND fund recently?
In 2024, MASTERCARD IMPACT FUND awarded grants to about 110 grantees. Recent grantees include THE ASPEN INSTITUTE INC, NEW VENTURE FUND, and Accion International. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MASTERCARD IMPACT FUND?
MASTERCARD IMPACT FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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