CARS FOR CHARITY INC
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CARS FOR CHARITY INC is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Minnesota, California, and Illinois, having awarded a total of $4.4 million across 260 grantees in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with CARS FOR CHARITY INC can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE PURPOSE OF CARS FOR CHARITY IS TO ACT AS THE ENABLING ENTITY FOR HUNDREDS OF TAX-EXEMPT NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS, LOCATED WITHIN THE UNITED STATES, TO UNDERTAKE AND BENEFIT FROM A "VEHICLE DONATION" FUNDRAISING PROGRAM.
Cause Areas
1
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
MINNESOTA PUBLIC RADIO AMERICAN PUBLIC MEDIA
$1.9M
13%
CHICAGO PUBLIC MEDIA INC
$917.8K
6%
SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY INCORPORATED
$676.6K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
132
Median 1st year grant
$8K
Median 2nd year grant
$16.2K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to CARS FOR CHARITY INC?
No. CARS FOR CHARITY INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does CARS FOR CHARITY INC give?
CARS FOR CHARITY INC primarily gives to organizations located in Minnesota, California, and Illinois. 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 CARS FOR CHARITY INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from CARS FOR CHARITY INC fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $8,040. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does CARS FOR CHARITY INC make each year?
In 2024, CARS FOR CHARITY INC awarded about 130 grants, totaling nearly $4.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did CARS FOR CHARITY INC fund recently?
In 2024, CARS FOR CHARITY INC awarded grants to about 260 grantees. Recent grantees include MINNESOTA PUBLIC RADIO AMERICAN PUBLIC MEDIA, CHICAGO PUBLIC MEDIA INC, and SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY INCORPORATED. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to CARS FOR CHARITY INC?
CARS FOR CHARITY INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.