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NISTAR is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses its funding primarily in Michigan, New Jersey, and New York. The foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with NISTAR can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL ASSITANCE TO INDIGENTS BY DIRECT PAYMENTS TO BOTH INDIVIDUALS AS WELL AS CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS THAT SUPPORT THESE GOALS.
Cause Areas
1
Basic and emergency aid
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
DETROIT CHESED PROJECT
$295.5K
32%
TOMCHEI SHABBOS D'LAKEWOOD INC
$50K
5%
ACHOSEINU
$29.3K
3%
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Total No. of Grants
10
Median 1st year grant
$19.1K
Median 2nd year grant
$25K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to NISTAR?
No. NISTAR does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does NISTAR give?
NISTAR primarily gives to organizations located in Michigan, New Jersey, and New York. 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 NISTAR’s grants?
The largest share of grants from NISTAR fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $19 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does NISTAR make each year?
In 2024, NISTAR awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $211 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did NISTAR fund recently?
In 2024, NISTAR awarded grants to about 6 grantees. Recent grantees include DETROIT CHESED PROJECT, TOMCHEI SHABBOS D'LAKEWOOD INC, and ACHOSEINU. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to NISTAR?
NISTAR does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.