DESK DRAWER FUND
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The Desk Drawer Fund is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits primarily in Michigan, having distributed a total of $785.6K across 50 grantees in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the Desk Drawer Fund can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
OUR MISSION IS TO PARTNER WITH DONORS TO EMPOWER TRANSFORMATIONAL CHANGE TO MAKE A SUSTAINABLE DIFFERENCE IN OUR COMMUNITIES.
Cause Areas
2
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

Child and Family Charities
$331.9K
12%

Capital Area United Way Inc
$160.1K
6%
Lansing Promise
$149.4K
6%
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Total No. of Grants
16
Median 1st year grant
$25.7K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to DESK DRAWER FUND?
No. DESK DRAWER FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does DESK DRAWER FUND give?
DESK DRAWER FUND primarily gives to organizations located in Michigan. 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 DESK DRAWER FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from DESK DRAWER FUND fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $26 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does DESK DRAWER FUND make each year?
In 2024, DESK DRAWER FUND awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $786 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did DESK DRAWER FUND fund recently?
In 2024, DESK DRAWER FUND awarded grants to about 50 grantees. Recent grantees include Child and Family Charities, Capital Area United Way Inc, and Lansing Promise. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to DESK DRAWER FUND?
DESK DRAWER FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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