AI Summary
The Fund for the Common Good is a 501(c) grantmaking organization that does not accept unsolicited proposals, operating on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. In 2024, it distributed a total of $11.1 million across five grantees. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Mission Statement
PROMOTION OF SOCIAL WELFARE TO OTHER 501(C)(3) AND (C)(4) ORGANIZATIONS.
Cause Areas
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

THE VENETOULIS INSTITUTE FOR LOCAL JOURNALISM
Baltimore, MD
$29.6M
98%
MAJORITY FORWARD
Washington, DC
$350K
1%
HOUSE MAJORITY FORWARD
Washington, DC
$250K
< 1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to FUND FOR THE COMMON GOOD?
No. FUND FOR THE COMMON GOOD does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does FUND FOR THE COMMON GOOD give?
FUND FOR THE COMMON GOOD primarily gives to organizations located in Maryland, District Of Columbia, and Pennsylvania. 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 FUND FOR THE COMMON GOOD’s grants?
The largest share of grants from FUND FOR THE COMMON GOOD fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $250 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does FUND FOR THE COMMON GOOD make each year?
In 2024, FUND FOR THE COMMON GOOD awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $11.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did FUND FOR THE COMMON GOOD fund recently?
In 2024, FUND FOR THE COMMON GOOD awarded grants to about 5 grantees. Recent grantees include THE VENETOULIS INSTITUTE FOR LOCAL JOURNALISM, MAJORITY FORWARD, and HOUSE MAJORITY FORWARD. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to FUND FOR THE COMMON GOOD?
FUND FOR THE COMMON GOOD does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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