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Est.

2021

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

Neighbors for a Better San Francisco is a 501(c) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives within San Francisco. The foundation operates on a relationship-based model, providing grants by invitation only and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

SUPPORT OR OPPOSE STATE AND LOCAL CANDIDATES AND BALLOT MEASURES
Total Funding Given
$2.3M
2024
Grantees funded
12
Multi-year grantees
25%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
13
Median 1st year grant
$21.3K
Median 2nd year grant
$475K
L
Louise Patterson
Board Member
W
William Oberndorf
Board Member
N
Nick Podell
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to NEIGHBORS FOR A BETTER SAN FRANCISCO?
No. NEIGHBORS FOR A BETTER SAN FRANCISCO does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does NEIGHBORS FOR A BETTER SAN FRANCISCO give?
NEIGHBORS FOR A BETTER SAN FRANCISCO primarily gives to organizations located in California. 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 NEIGHBORS FOR A BETTER SAN FRANCISCO’s grants?
The largest share of grants from NEIGHBORS FOR A BETTER SAN FRANCISCO fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $21 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does NEIGHBORS FOR A BETTER SAN FRANCISCO make each year?
In 2024, NEIGHBORS FOR A BETTER SAN FRANCISCO awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $2.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did NEIGHBORS FOR A BETTER SAN FRANCISCO fund recently?
In 2024, NEIGHBORS FOR A BETTER SAN FRANCISCO awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include NEIGHBORS FOR A BETTER SAN FRANCISCO, Committee to Fix San Francisco Government Yes on D No on E, and Connected SF. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to NEIGHBORS FOR A BETTER SAN FRANCISCO?
NEIGHBORS FOR A BETTER SAN FRANCISCO does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.