Project 8p Foundation

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The Project 8p Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that prioritizes relationship-based engagement and operates on an invitation-only basis, meaning it does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation awarded a total of $460.2K across eight grantees, primarily focusing on California, Illinois, and Connecticut. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
To empower a unified community for chromosome 8p heroes for a meaningful life today while accelerating treatments for tomorrow. Activities include clinical care, research, AI data-driven platform and biorepository, and education and advocacy.
Cause Areas
1
Genetic conditions and birth defects
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT SAN DIEGO
$254K
23%
REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA
$221K
20%

Yale University
$140.3K
13%
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Total No. of Grants
6
Median 1st year grant
$54.7K
Median 2nd year grant
$52.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Project 8p Foundation?
No. Project 8p Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Project 8p Foundation give?
Project 8p Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in California, Illinois, and Connecticut. 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 Project 8p Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Project 8p Foundation fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $55 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Project 8p Foundation make each year?
In 2024, Project 8p Foundation awarded about 6 grants, totaling nearly $460 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Project 8p Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, Project 8p Foundation awarded grants to about 8 grantees. Recent grantees include REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT SAN DIEGO, REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, and Yale University. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Project 8p Foundation?
Project 8p Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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