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The Cortney Gives Bak Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses its funding primarily in Illinois, Michigan, and Indiana. This foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and engages with nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Cause Areas
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Heart and circulatory system diseases
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

CHILDREN'S HEART FOUNDATION
$290.7K
33%
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN
$280K
31%
HEARTWORKS
$100K
11%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE CORTNEY GIVES BAK FOUNDATION?
No. THE CORTNEY GIVES BAK FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE CORTNEY GIVES BAK FOUNDATION give?
THE CORTNEY GIVES BAK FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, Michigan, and Indiana. 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 THE CORTNEY GIVES BAK FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE CORTNEY GIVES BAK FOUNDATION fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $120 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE CORTNEY GIVES BAK FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE CORTNEY GIVES BAK FOUNDATION awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $170 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE CORTNEY GIVES BAK FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE CORTNEY GIVES BAK FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include CHILDREN'S HEART FOUNDATION, UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN, and HEARTWORKS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE CORTNEY GIVES BAK FOUNDATION?
THE CORTNEY GIVES BAK FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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