THE IZZO LEGACY
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THE IZZO LEGACY is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding, operating by invitation only and not accepting unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation disbursed a total of $177.7K across 10 grantees. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
IT IS THE MSSION OF THE IZZO LEGACY TO RAISE AND ADMINISTER FUNDS THAT WILL FEED THE HUNGRY, MEET THE NEEDS OF THE UNDERSERVED, REDUCE BARRIERS TO EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES, AND BRING HOPE OF A BRIGHTER FUTURE TO COMMUNITIES IN NEED BY SUPPORTING QUALIFIED TAX-EXEMPT ORGANIZATIONS THAT CONDUCT CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES WITHIN THE MEANING OF SECTION 501(C)(3) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE, INCLUDING MAKING THE DISTRIBUTIONS TO INDIVIDUAL ORGANIZATIONS THAT QUALIFY AS TAX-EXEMPT ORGANIZATIONS UNDER SECTION 501(C)(3) OF THE CODE.
Cause Areas
3
Education
Food aid
Agriculture, fishing and forestry
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

ELE'S PLACE INC
$50.6K
15%

HOLY CROSS SERVICES INC
$48.2K
14%

GREATER LANSING FOOD BANK
$46.4K
13%
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Total No. of Grants
9
Median 1st year grant
$20K
Median 2nd year grant
$7.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE IZZO LEGACY?
No. THE IZZO LEGACY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE IZZO LEGACY give?
THE IZZO LEGACY 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 THE IZZO LEGACY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE IZZO LEGACY fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $20 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE IZZO LEGACY make each year?
In 2024, THE IZZO LEGACY awarded about 9 grants, totaling nearly $178 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE IZZO LEGACY fund recently?
In 2024, THE IZZO LEGACY awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include ELE'S PLACE INC, HOLY CROSS SERVICES INC, and GREATER LANSING FOOD BANK. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE IZZO LEGACY?
THE IZZO LEGACY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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