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EAT LEARN PLAY FOUNDATION

EAT LEARN PLAY FOUNDATION

Oakland, CA, US
501(c)3
EIN
83-1373602
Fund Raising & Fund Distribution
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EAT LEARN PLAY FOUNDATION

Oakland, CA, US
501(c)3
EIN
83-1373602
Fund Raising & Fund Distribution

Overview

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Est.

2018

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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The EAT LEARN PLAY FOUNDATION is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses its funding efforts primarily in California, Washington, D.C., and Maryland. This foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals, as its grantmaking is conducted through a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement process. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

THE FOUNDATION IS COMMITTED TO UNLOCKING THE AMAZING POTENTIAL OF EVERY CHILD.
Total Funding Given

$10.5M

2024
Grantees funded
54
Multi-year grantees
28%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

13

Median 1st year grant
$100K
Median 2nd year grant
$150K
C
Chris Helfrich
Board Member
W
William Misenhimer
Board Member
A
Arne Duncan
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to EAT LEARN PLAY FOUNDATION?
No. EAT LEARN PLAY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does EAT LEARN PLAY FOUNDATION give?
EAT LEARN PLAY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California, District Of Columbia, 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 EAT LEARN PLAY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from EAT LEARN PLAY FOUNDATION fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $100 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does EAT LEARN PLAY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, EAT LEARN PLAY FOUNDATION awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $10.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did EAT LEARN PLAY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, EAT LEARN PLAY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 50 grantees. Recent grantees include KABOOM INC, ALAMEDA COUNTY COMMUNITY FOOD BANK, and WORLD CENTRAL KITCHEN INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to EAT LEARN PLAY FOUNDATION?
EAT LEARN PLAY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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