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The Mary Elizabeth Bates Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that has paid out a total of $370.5K in grants to 36 grantees in 2024. The foundation is currently open for unsolicited proposals, inviting prospective applicants to review the 'How to Apply' section of its profile page to assess their fit for funding opportunities.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
DENVER DUMB FRIENDS LEAGUE
Denver, CO
$328.4K
14%

HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE PIKES PEAK REGION
Colorado Springs, CO
$80.2K
3%

PARAGON SERVICE DOGS
LONGMONT, CO
$78.5K
3%
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Total No. of Grants
46
Median 1st year grant
$3K
Median 2nd year grant
$4K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MARY ELIZABETH BATES FOUNDATION?
Yes. MARY ELIZABETH BATES FOUNDATION accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does MARY ELIZABETH BATES FOUNDATION give?
MARY ELIZABETH BATES FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Colorado and Wisconsin. 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 MARY ELIZABETH BATES FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MARY ELIZABETH BATES FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $3,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MARY ELIZABETH BATES FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, MARY ELIZABETH BATES FOUNDATION awarded about 50 grants, totaling nearly $370 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MARY ELIZABETH BATES FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, MARY ELIZABETH BATES FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 40 grantees. Recent grantees include DENVER DUMB FRIENDS LEAGUE, HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE PIKES PEAK REGION, and PARAGON SERVICE DOGS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MARY ELIZABETH BATES FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.
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