AI Summary
The K5 Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on providing funding through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach. With a total of $3.7 million awarded to nine grantees in 2024, the Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the K5 Foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Cause Areas
2
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Philanthropy
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE LELAND STANFORD JUNIOR UNIVERSITY
REDWOOD CITY, CA
$5.6M
40%
Northwestern University
Evanston, IL
$3.7M
26%
GROTON SCHOOL
Groton, MA
$650K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
5
Median 1st year grant
$25K
Median 2nd year grant
$189.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to K5 Foundation?
No. K5 Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does K5 Foundation give?
K5 Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in California, Illinois, and Massachusetts. 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 K5 Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from K5 Foundation fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does K5 Foundation make each year?
In 2024, K5 Foundation awarded about 5 grants, totaling nearly $3.7 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did K5 Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, K5 Foundation awarded grants to about 9 grantees. Recent grantees include THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE LELAND STANFORD JUNIOR UNIVERSITY, Northwestern University, and GROTON SCHOOL. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to K5 Foundation?
K5 Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.