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AI Summary
THE ATHLETE ASSISTANCE FUND INC is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking through relationship-based engagement, operating on an invitation-only basis. The funder does not accept unsolicited proposals, making it essential for nonprofits to explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting. In 2023, the organization disbursed a total of $391.5K across three grantees.
Mission Statement
THE MISSION OF THE ATHLETE ASSISTANCE FUND IS TO MAKE COUNSELING SERVICES AVAILABLE TO ANY CURRENT OR FORMER USA GYMNASTICS MEMBER GYMNAST WHO SUFFERED SEXUAL ABUSE WITHIN THE SPORT OF GYMNASTICS BY CONFIDENTIALLY CONNECTING ATHLETES TO SKILLED HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS FOR APPROPRIATE TREATMENT THROUGH AN INDEPENDENT THIRD-PARTY ORGANIZATION. THE ATHLETE ASSISTANCE FUND ALSO CONDUCTS EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS AND DEPLOYS CURRICULUM AND TRAINING TO EMPOWER ATHLETES, PARENTS, COACHES AND GYM OWNERS REGARDING STRATEGIES TO DECREASE THE RISK OR THREAT OF SEXUAL ABUSE AND TO PREVENT ABUSE AND INCREASE THE SAFETY OF ALL GYMNASTS.
Cause Areas
1
Victim aid
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
UNITED STATES OLYMPIC AND PARALYMPIC COMMITTEE
Colorado Springs, CO
$306.8K
71%
USA Gymnastics Foundation Inc
Indianapolis, IN
$84.7K
20%
POSITIVE COACHING ALLIANCE
Oakland, CA
$40K
9%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE ATHLETE ASSISTANCE FUND INC?
No. THE ATHLETE ASSISTANCE FUND INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE ATHLETE ASSISTANCE FUND INC give?
THE ATHLETE ASSISTANCE FUND INC primarily gives to organizations located in Colorado, Indiana, 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 THE ATHLETE ASSISTANCE FUND INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE ATHLETE ASSISTANCE FUND INC fall in the $250 thousand to $500 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $85 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE ATHLETE ASSISTANCE FUND INC make each year?
In 2023, THE ATHLETE ASSISTANCE FUND INC awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $391 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE ATHLETE ASSISTANCE FUND INC fund recently?
In 2023, THE ATHLETE ASSISTANCE FUND INC awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include UNITED STATES OLYMPIC AND PARALYMPIC COMMITTEE, USA Gymnastics Foundation Inc, and POSITIVE COACHING ALLIANCE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE ATHLETE ASSISTANCE FUND INC?
THE ATHLETE ASSISTANCE FUND INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.