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Est.

2019

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The OPTIMA GIVING FOUNDATION is a 501(c)(3) organization that engages in relationship-based grantmaking, providing a total of $980.3K in grants to 15 grantees in 2024. This foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on an invitation-only basis for funding opportunities. Nonprofits interested in potential engagement can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

TO PROVIDE FUNDING TO CHARITIES IN FULFILLMENT OF THE EXEMPT PURPOSES OF NCCF.
Total Funding Given
$980.3K
2024
Grantees funded
15
Multi-year grantees
33%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
13
Median 1st year grant
$44.1K
Median 2nd year grant
$75K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
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Mary Sheldahl
Board Member
J
Jeff Wallace
Board Member
J
Joe Pringle
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to OPTIMA GIVING FOUNDATION?
No. OPTIMA GIVING FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does OPTIMA GIVING FOUNDATION give?
OPTIMA GIVING FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Colorado, Illinois, and Tennessee. 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 OPTIMA GIVING FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from OPTIMA GIVING FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $44 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does OPTIMA GIVING FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, OPTIMA GIVING FOUNDATION awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $980 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did OPTIMA GIVING FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, OPTIMA GIVING FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include YOUNG LIFE, MIDWEST FOOD BANK NFP, and ST JUDE CHILDREN'S RESEARCH HOSPITAL INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to OPTIMA GIVING FOUNDATION?
OPTIMA GIVING FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.