THE SEMILLA PROJECT
AI Summary
The Semilla Project is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding, making grants exclusively by invitation and does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2025, the organization awarded a total of $25,000 across two grantees. Nonprofits interested in engaging with The Semilla Project can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO PROVIDE THE SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND COMMUNITY FRAMEWORK TO PREPARE THE UPCOMING LEADERS USING A RELEVANT PRACTICAL CRITICAL FRAMEWORK APPROACH THAT PROVIDES APPLIED AND TANGIBLE COMMUNITY SOLUTIONS TO ADDRESS THE PROBLEMS IN THE COMMUNITIES OF COLOR AROUND CLIMATE JUSTICE, RACIAL AND JUSTICE EQUITY.
Cause Areas
1
Education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
SOMOS UN PUEBLO UNIDO
$20K
31%
ALBUQUERQUE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
$20K
31%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE SEMILLA PROJECT?
No. THE SEMILLA PROJECT does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE SEMILLA PROJECT give?
THE SEMILLA PROJECT primarily gives to organizations located in New Mexico. 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 SEMILLA PROJECT’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE SEMILLA PROJECT fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $20 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE SEMILLA PROJECT make each year?
In 2025, THE SEMILLA PROJECT awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $25 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE SEMILLA PROJECT fund recently?
In 2025, THE SEMILLA PROJECT awarded grants to about 2 grantees. Recent grantees include SOMOS UN PUEBLO UNIDO and ALBUQUERQUE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE SEMILLA PROJECT?
THE SEMILLA PROJECT does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.