Tanka Fund
AI Summary
The Tanka Fund, a 501(c)3 organization, focuses on grantmaking through a relationship-based approach, providing a total of $97K in grants to five selected grantees in 2024. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on an invitation-only basis. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the Tanka Fund can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
To return Buffalo to Native American lands, lives, and economies.
Cause Areas
1
Wildlife biodiversity
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Knife Chief Buffalo Nation Society
$40K
21%
ONE SPIRIT
$35K
19%
EKVNV YEFOLECVLKE
$5K
3%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Tanka Fund?
No. Tanka Fund does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Tanka Fund give?
Tanka Fund primarily gives to organizations located in South Dakota, Minnesota, and Alabama. 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 Tanka Fund’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Tanka Fund fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $0. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Tanka Fund make each year?
In 2024, Tanka Fund awarded about 4 grants, totaling nearly $97 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Tanka Fund fund recently?
In 2024, Tanka Fund awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include Knife Chief Buffalo Nation Society, ONE SPIRIT, and EKVNV YEFOLECVLKE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Tanka Fund?
Tanka Fund does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.