UPSWING FOUNDATION
AI Summary
The UPSWING FOUNDATION is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on building strong relationships with its grantees, providing a total of $285K in grants to 10 selected organizations in 2024. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on an invitation-only basis for grantmaking. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
UPSWING FOUNDATION'S MISSION IS TO CATAPULT DREAMS AND CONNECT PEOPLE, SPECIFICALLY BY (I) PROVIDING FIRST-RATE RESOURCES & OPPORTUNITIES TO UNDERSERVED YOUTH. (II) UNIFYING DIVERSE COMMUNITIES VIA EDUCATION, WHIMSY & GATHERING. (III) BUILDING & MAINTAINING SPORTS FACILITY THAT EMPOWERS & INSPIRES ALL. (IV) SUPPORTING OTHER NONPROFIT AND FOREIGN ORGANIZATIONS THAT ALIGN BOTH IN MISSION AND APPLICATION OF FOUNDATION'S AIM.
Cause Areas
1
Religion for youth
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
HOPE HAVEN CHARITABLE TRUST
Sedalia, CO
$1.3M
73%
COVERED CORPORATION
Aurora, CO
$200K
12%
FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES
Kansas City, MO
$55K
3%
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Total No. of Grants
6
Median 1st year grant
$28.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$100K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UPSWING FOUNDATION?
No. UPSWING FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UPSWING FOUNDATION give?
UPSWING FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Colorado, Missouri, and District Of Columbia. 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 UPSWING FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UPSWING FOUNDATION fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $29 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does UPSWING FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, UPSWING FOUNDATION awarded about 6 grants, totaling nearly $285 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UPSWING FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, UPSWING FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include HOPE HAVEN CHARITABLE TRUST, COVERED CORPORATION, and FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UPSWING FOUNDATION?
UPSWING FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.