AI Summary
The James E. West Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding, providing grants by invitation only. With a total of $3.5 million awarded to just two grantees in 2024, it does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO MANAGE AN ENDOWMENT FOR THE BENEFIT AND SUPPORT OF MID-AMERICA COUNCIL OF BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA
Cause Areas
1
Youth development
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA 326 MID-AMERICA COUNCIL
$10.4M
98%
GILLWELL FOUNDATION
$247.8K
2%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to JAMES E WEST FOUNDATION?
No. JAMES E WEST FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does JAMES E WEST FOUNDATION give?
JAMES E WEST FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Nebraska. 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 JAMES E WEST FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from JAMES E WEST FOUNDATION fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $1.1 million. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does JAMES E WEST FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, JAMES E WEST FOUNDATION awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $3.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did JAMES E WEST FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, JAMES E WEST FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 2 grantees. Recent grantees include BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA 326 MID-AMERICA COUNCIL and GILLWELL FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to JAMES E WEST FOUNDATION?
JAMES E WEST FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.