AI Summary
The Step Up Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach. In 2022, the foundation awarded a total of $185.4K in grants to two grantees, and it does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities are encouraged to explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO RAISE AWARENESS AND PROVIDE FUNDING FOR PROGRAMS TO TREAT MILITARY SPECIFIC INJURIES SUCH AS TBI AND BLAST WAVE INJURY WITH THE GOAL TO END VETERAN SUICIDE.
Cause Areas
2
Science
Mental health care
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
SOUND OFF
$150.2K
81%
NAVY SEAL FOUNDATION INC
$35.2K
19%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE STEP UP FOUNDATION?
No. THE STEP UP FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE STEP UP FOUNDATION give?
THE STEP UP FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Texas and Virginia. 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 STEP UP FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE STEP UP FOUNDATION fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $93 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE STEP UP FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2022, THE STEP UP FOUNDATION awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $185 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE STEP UP FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE STEP UP FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 2 grantees. Recent grantees include SOUND OFF and NAVY SEAL FOUNDATION INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE STEP UP FOUNDATION?
THE STEP UP FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.