AI Summary
The Gillwell Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that primarily engages in relationship-based funding, making grants by invitation only. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, emphasizing a selective approach to grantmaking. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Mission Statement
TO SUPPORT THE MID-AMERICA COUNCIL BY PROVIDING UNPARALLELED PROGRAMS AND OUTDOOR EXPERIENCES.
Cause Areas
1
Youth development
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA 326 MID-AMERICA COUNCIL
$4.3M
100%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to GILLWELL FOUNDATION?
No. GILLWELL FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does GILLWELL FOUNDATION give?
GILLWELL 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 GILLWELL FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from GILLWELL FOUNDATION fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $4.3 million. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does GILLWELL FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2022, GILLWELL FOUNDATION awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $46 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did GILLWELL FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, GILLWELL FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA 326 MID-AMERICA COUNCIL. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to GILLWELL FOUNDATION?
GILLWELL FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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