AI Summary
The Mo and Cher Willems Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on building relationships with its grantees, as it does not accept unsolicited proposals. With a total of $325K granted to 62 organizations in 2024, funding opportunities are available 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

FIRST BOOK
Washington, DC
$488K
36%

THE FOOD BANK OF WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS INC
Chicopee, MA
$183.3K
13%

NORTHAMPTON SURVIVAL CENTER INC
Northampton, MA
$65K
5%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE MO AND CHER WILLEMS FOUNDATION?
No. THE MO AND CHER WILLEMS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE MO AND CHER WILLEMS FOUNDATION give?
THE MO AND CHER WILLEMS FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Massachusetts, District Of Columbia, 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 THE MO AND CHER WILLEMS FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE MO AND CHER WILLEMS FOUNDATION fall in the $250 thousand to $500 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $2,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE MO AND CHER WILLEMS FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE MO AND CHER WILLEMS FOUNDATION awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $325 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE MO AND CHER WILLEMS FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE MO AND CHER WILLEMS FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 60 grantees. Recent grantees include FIRST BOOK, THE FOOD BANK OF WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS INC, and NORTHAMPTON SURVIVAL CENTER INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE MO AND CHER WILLEMS FOUNDATION?
THE MO AND CHER WILLEMS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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