VELA EDUCATION FUND
AI Summary
The Vela Education Fund is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting educational initiatives, having disbursed $4.7 million in grants to 11 grantees in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with Vela Education Fund can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
CUSTOM EDUCATION PROGRAMS TO MEET FAMILIESLEARNERS' NEEDS, INCREASING AWARENESS OF NONTRADITIONAL EDUCATION, AND ACCELERATING ADOPTION BY MORE FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES.
Cause Areas
2
Communication media
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
NATIONAL PARENTS UNION INC
$700K
2%
4point0 Schools
$465K
1%
CAMELBACK VENTURES
$445K
1%
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Total No. of Grants
1
Median 1st year grant
$150K
Median 2nd year grant
N/A
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to VELA EDUCATION FUND?
No. VELA EDUCATION FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does VELA EDUCATION FUND give?
VELA EDUCATION FUND primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, Massachusetts, and Louisiana. 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 VELA EDUCATION FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from VELA EDUCATION FUND fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $150 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does VELA EDUCATION FUND make each year?
In 2024, VELA EDUCATION FUND awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $4.7 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did VELA EDUCATION FUND fund recently?
In 2024, VELA EDUCATION FUND awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include NATIONAL PARENTS UNION INC, 4point0 Schools, and CAMELBACK VENTURES. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to VELA EDUCATION FUND?
VELA EDUCATION FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.