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NORTH FUND is a 501(c) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Washington, DC, Delaware, and Ohio. The fund does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in applying for funding can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE NORTH FUND PARTNERS WITH COMMITTED COMMUNITY LEADERS TO HELP MAKE OUR COUNTRY A MORE JUST, FAIR, AND EQUITABLE PLACE TO LIVE, WORK, AND RAISE FAMILIES. IT FOCUSES ON SUPPORTING INNOVATIVE SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP, EDUCATIONAL INITIATIVES, AND ADVOCACY CAMPAIGNS THAT LIFT UP COMMUNITIES AND CREATE REAL AND LASTING CHANGE.
Cause Areas
3
Education
Entrepreneurship
Public administration
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
SIXTEEN THIRTY FUND
$18.3M
19%
RUN FOR SOMETHING ACTION FUND
$5M
5%
ADVANCE AMERICAN DEMOCRACY INC
$3.6M
4%
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Total No. of Grants
70
Median 1st year grant
$104.8K
Median 2nd year grant
$200K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to NORTH FUND?
No. NORTH FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does NORTH FUND give?
NORTH FUND primarily gives to organizations located in District Of Columbia, Delaware, and Ohio. 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 NORTH FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from NORTH FUND fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $105 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does NORTH FUND make each year?
In 2024, NORTH FUND awarded about 70 grants, totaling nearly $34 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did NORTH FUND fund recently?
In 2024, NORTH FUND awarded grants to about 150 grantees. Recent grantees include SIXTEEN THIRTY FUND, RUN FOR SOMETHING ACTION FUND, and ADVANCE AMERICAN DEMOCRACY INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to NORTH FUND?
NORTH FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.