SHARED ASCENT FUND
AI Summary
The SHARED ASCENT FUND is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on building relationships with nonprofits, making grants solely by invitation. With a total of $1.2 million distributed to 24 grantees in 2024, the fund does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the fund can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
SEE PART III, LINE 1.
Cause Areas
2
Human rights
Individual liberties
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
CAMPAIGN LEGAL CENTER
WASHINGTON, DC
$1.8M
18%
AMERICAN BRIDGE 21ST CENTURY FOUNDATION
Washington, DC
$1.5M
15%
DEMAND JUSTICE INITIATIVE
Washington, DC
$1.5M
14%
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Total No. of Grants
6
Median 1st year grant
$150K
Median 2nd year grant
$100K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to SHARED ASCENT FUND?
No. SHARED ASCENT FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does SHARED ASCENT FUND give?
SHARED ASCENT FUND primarily gives to organizations located in District Of Columbia, Massachusetts, 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 SHARED ASCENT FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from SHARED ASCENT FUND fall in the $250 thousand to $500 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $150 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does SHARED ASCENT FUND make each year?
In 2024, SHARED ASCENT FUND awarded about 6 grants, totaling nearly $1.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did SHARED ASCENT FUND fund recently?
In 2024, SHARED ASCENT FUND awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include CAMPAIGN LEGAL CENTER, AMERICAN BRIDGE 21ST CENTURY FOUNDATION, and DEMAND JUSTICE INITIATIVE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to SHARED ASCENT FUND?
SHARED ASCENT FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.