THE IBMA FOUNDATION INC
Burlington, NC, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
82-4785593
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Fund Raising & Fund Distribution
Regional Funder
Burlington, NC, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
82-4785593
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Fund Raising & Fund Distribution
Regional Funder
AI Summary
The IBMA Foundation Inc is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives through a relationship-based approach, making grants by invitation only. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, ensuring that engagement is fostered through established connections. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE ORGANIZATION'S MISSION IS TO BUILD A BRIGHTER FUTURE FOR BLUEGRASS MUSIC AND HELP DONORS CREATE A LEGACY BY SUPPORTING PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS THAT FOCUS ON BLUEGRASS MUSIC-RELATED ARTS AND CULTURE, EDUCATION, LITERARY WORK AND HISTORIC PRESERVATION.
Cause Areas
4
Arts and culture
Education
Music
Historic preservation
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
INTERNATIONAL BLUEGRASS MUSIC ASSOCIATION INC
Nashville, TN
$190.3K
86%
OPENCOLLECTIVE FOUNDATION
Walnut, CA
$20K
9%
30TH AND WEST LIVE WORK COMMUNITY ARTS CENTER INC
Oakland, CA
$10K
5%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE IBMA FOUNDATION INC?
No. THE IBMA FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE IBMA FOUNDATION INC give?
THE IBMA FOUNDATION INC primarily gives to organizations located in Tennessee 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 THE IBMA FOUNDATION INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE IBMA FOUNDATION INC fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE IBMA FOUNDATION INC make each year?
In 2024, THE IBMA FOUNDATION INC awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $10 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE IBMA FOUNDATION INC fund recently?
In 2025, THE IBMA FOUNDATION INC awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include INTERNATIONAL BLUEGRASS MUSIC ASSOCIATION INC, OPENCOLLECTIVE FOUNDATION, and 30TH AND WEST LIVE WORK COMMUNITY ARTS CENTER INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE IBMA FOUNDATION INC?
THE IBMA FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.