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PROJECT 42 is a 501(c) grantmaking organization that focuses its funding primarily in Illinois, Washington, and Texas, having disbursed a total of $2.2 million across eight grantees in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with PROJECT 42 can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO SUPPORT BUILDING INFRASTRUCTURE IN WASHINGTON STATE AROUND FREE MARKETS, PERSONAL LIBERTY, AND PUBLIC SAFETY.
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
FRANKLIN NEWS FOUNDATION
$3.1M
56%
LEAGUE OF OUR OWN WASHINGTON
$1.3M
23%
CITIZEN ACTION DEFENSE FUND
$750K
14%
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Total No. of Grants
6
Median 1st year grant
$53.8K
Median 2nd year grant
$152K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to PROJECT 42?
No. PROJECT 42 does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does PROJECT 42 give?
PROJECT 42 primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, Washington, and Texas. 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 PROJECT 42’s grants?
The largest share of grants from PROJECT 42 fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $54 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does PROJECT 42 make each year?
In 2024, PROJECT 42 awarded about 6 grants, totaling nearly $2.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did PROJECT 42 fund recently?
In 2024, PROJECT 42 awarded grants to about 8 grantees. Recent grantees include FRANKLIN NEWS FOUNDATION, LEAGUE OF OUR OWN WASHINGTON, and CITIZEN ACTION DEFENSE FUND. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to PROJECT 42?
PROJECT 42 does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.