MOUNTAIN WEST CONFERENCE
AI Summary
The Mountain West Conference is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives within its designated region. With a total of $83.1 million in grants paid to 13 grantees in 2024, the organization operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in exploring potential funding opportunities can consider warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO STRENGTHEN AND EXPAND THE INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETIC AND ACADEMIC PROGRAMS ON MEMBER CAMPUSES
Cause Areas
2
International peace and security
Amateur Sports Competitions
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
BOARD OF REGENTS NEVADA SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION
$16.2M
9%
UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY
$15.5M
9%
UNIVERSITY OF WYOMING
$15.4M
9%
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Total No. of Grants
12
Median 1st year grant
$310.9K
Median 2nd year grant
$312.9K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MOUNTAIN WEST CONFERENCE?
No. MOUNTAIN WEST CONFERENCE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does MOUNTAIN WEST CONFERENCE give?
MOUNTAIN WEST CONFERENCE primarily gives to organizations located in California, Nevada, and Colorado. 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 MOUNTAIN WEST CONFERENCE’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MOUNTAIN WEST CONFERENCE fall in the $5 million to $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $311 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MOUNTAIN WEST CONFERENCE make each year?
In 2024, MOUNTAIN WEST CONFERENCE awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $83.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MOUNTAIN WEST CONFERENCE fund recently?
In 2024, MOUNTAIN WEST CONFERENCE awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include BOARD OF REGENTS NEVADA SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION, UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY, and UNIVERSITY OF WYOMING. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MOUNTAIN WEST CONFERENCE?
MOUNTAIN WEST CONFERENCE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.