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Est.

2018

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Perigee Fund is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that made a significant impact in 2024 by distributing $18.4 million across 194 grantees. This funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants solely by invitation. Nonprofits interested in engaging with Perigee Fund can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

ENDING INTERGENERATIONAL TRAUMA THROUGH THE POWER OF EARLY RELATIONSHIPS.
Total Funding Given
$18.4M
2024
Grantees funded
194
Multi-year grantees
50%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
64
Median 1st year grant
$52.4K
Median 2nd year grant
$100K
L
Lisa Mennet
Board Member
C
Ceil Erickson
Board Member
M
Mary Rennekamp
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to PERIGEE FUND?
No. PERIGEE FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does PERIGEE FUND give?
PERIGEE FUND primarily gives to organizations located in Washington, District Of Columbia, 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 PERIGEE FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from PERIGEE FUND fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $52 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does PERIGEE FUND make each year?
In 2024, PERIGEE FUND awarded about 60 grants, totaling nearly $18.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did PERIGEE FUND fund recently?
In 2024, PERIGEE FUND awarded grants to about 190 grantees. Recent grantees include ZERO TO THREE NATIONAL CENTER FOR INFANTS TODDLERS AND FAMILIES, SEATTLE FOUNDATION, and MOMSRISING EDUCATION FUND. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to PERIGEE FUND?
PERIGEE FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.