AI Summary
The W C Payne Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking in the areas of news and public information, as well as foundations. In 2024, the foundation awarded a total of $1.2 million across 34 grantees and is currently open for unsolicited proposals. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the 'How to Apply' section of the current profile page to assess their fit for funding opportunities.
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Cause Areas
2
News and public information
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
WASHINGTON AND LEE UNIVERSITY
Lexington, VA
$1.3M
23%
Teach for America Inc
New York, NY
$405K
7%
THE LAMPLIGHTER SCHOOL
DALLAS, TX
$300K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
11
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$22.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to W C PAYNE FOUNDATION?
Yes. W C PAYNE FOUNDATION accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does W C PAYNE FOUNDATION give?
W C PAYNE FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Texas, Virginia, and Oklahoma. 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 W C PAYNE FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from W C PAYNE FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does W C PAYNE FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, W C PAYNE FOUNDATION awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $1.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did W C PAYNE FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, W C PAYNE FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include WASHINGTON AND LEE UNIVERSITY, Teach for America Inc, and THE LAMPLIGHTER SCHOOL. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to W C PAYNE FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.
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