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The CounterAct Fund is a 501(c) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives in Washington, DC, with a total of $6.6 million awarded to just three grantees in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the CounterAct Fund can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
The purpose of the Organization is to promote social welfare by raising public awareness of government, politics, and policy through an unbiased lens; highlighting government activity; enhancing voter education; preventing the spread of misinformation; and other related purposes.
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
EVIDENCE FOR IMPACT
$5M
76%
Liberty Defense Foundation
$700K
11%
Freedom and Accountability Project
$375K
6%
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Total No. of Grants
4
Median 1st year grant
$700K
Median 2nd year grant
N/A
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to CounterAct Fund?
No. CounterAct Fund does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does CounterAct Fund give?
CounterAct Fund primarily gives to organizations located in 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 CounterAct Fund’s grants?
The largest share of grants from CounterAct Fund fall in the $500 thousand to $1 million range. The median first-year grant is about $700 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does CounterAct Fund make each year?
In 2024, CounterAct Fund awarded about 4 grants, totaling nearly $6.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did CounterAct Fund fund recently?
In 2024, CounterAct Fund awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include EVIDENCE FOR IMPACT, Liberty Defense Foundation, and Freedom and Accountability Project. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to CounterAct Fund?
CounterAct Fund does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.