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The Major Family Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses its funding primarily in Virginia, with additional support in Illinois and New York. The foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are awarded by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
JAMES MADISON UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION INC
$657K
45%
ELEVATE EARLY EDUCATION INC
$150.2K
10%
All Ages Read Together
$134.7K
9%
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Total No. of Grants
12
Median 1st year grant
$5K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MAJOR FAMILY FOUNDATION?
No. MAJOR FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does MAJOR FAMILY FOUNDATION give?
MAJOR FAMILY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Virginia, Illinois, and New York. 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 MAJOR FAMILY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MAJOR FAMILY FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $5,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MAJOR FAMILY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, MAJOR FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $297 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MAJOR FAMILY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, MAJOR FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include JAMES MADISON UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION INC, ELEVATE EARLY EDUCATION INC, and All Ages Read Together. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MAJOR FAMILY FOUNDATION?
MAJOR FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.