CENTER FOR AMERICAN IDEASPub 78
Pub 78
AI Summary
The Center for American Ideas is a 501(c) grantmaking organization that has allocated $6.1 million in total grants to five grantees in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants strictly by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE CENTER FOR AMERICAN IDEAS (CFAI) IS DEDICATED TO THE PROMOTION OF POLICY SOLUTIONS THAT ADVANCE ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES FOR AMERICAN INNOVATORS AND ENTREPRENEURS. OUR PURPOSE IS TO IDENTIFY AND EDUCATE BOTH ELECTED OFFICIALS AND CITIZENS ABOUT IDEAS THAT ADVANCE AND ENHANCE PROSPERITY THROUGH PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT AND LIMITED GOVERNMENT.
Cause Areas
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Public affairs
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
GOPAC EDUCATION FUND INC
Arlington, VA
$7.2M
69%
COMMON SENSE AMERICA INC
Mc Lean, VA
$1.9M
18%
COLORADO DAWN
Colorado Springs, CO
$1.1M
11%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to CENTER FOR AMERICAN IDEAS?
No. CENTER FOR AMERICAN IDEAS does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does CENTER FOR AMERICAN IDEAS give?
CENTER FOR AMERICAN IDEAS primarily gives to organizations located in Virginia, Colorado, and Maryland. 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 CENTER FOR AMERICAN IDEAS’s grants?
The largest share of grants from CENTER FOR AMERICAN IDEAS fall in the $5 million to $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $250 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does CENTER FOR AMERICAN IDEAS make each year?
In 2024, CENTER FOR AMERICAN IDEAS awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $6.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did CENTER FOR AMERICAN IDEAS fund recently?
In 2024, CENTER FOR AMERICAN IDEAS awarded grants to about 5 grantees. Recent grantees include GOPAC EDUCATION FUND INC, COMMON SENSE AMERICA INC, and COLORADO DAWN. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to CENTER FOR AMERICAN IDEAS?
CENTER FOR AMERICAN IDEAS does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.