RISE EDUCATION FUND
AI Summary
The RISE Education Fund is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives within the education sector. With total grants paid amounting to $4.4 million in 2024 and a selective approach to funding, the organization does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in collaborating with RISE Education Fund can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Mission Statement
ENSURING THE COST OF HIGHER EDUCATION NEVER PREVENTS STUDENTS FROM PURSUING THEIR DREAMS
Cause Areas
2
Web-based media
Philanthropy
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
RISE INC
Los Angeles, CA
$10.4M
97%

YOUNG INVINCIBLES
WASHINGTON, DC
$150K
1%
MIJENTE SUPPORT COMMITTEE
Phoenix, AZ
$73.6K
< 1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to RISE EDUCATION FUND?
No. RISE EDUCATION FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does RISE EDUCATION FUND give?
RISE EDUCATION FUND primarily gives to organizations located in California, District Of Columbia, and Arizona. 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 RISE EDUCATION FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from RISE EDUCATION FUND fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $63 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does RISE EDUCATION FUND make each year?
In 2024, RISE EDUCATION FUND awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $4.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did RISE EDUCATION FUND fund recently?
In 2024, RISE EDUCATION FUND awarded grants to about 7 grantees. Recent grantees include RISE INC, YOUNG INVINCIBLES, and MIJENTE SUPPORT COMMITTEE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to RISE EDUCATION FUND?
RISE EDUCATION FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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