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The PEOPLE ARE THE WEALTH FOUNDATION is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on fostering relationships within the nonprofit sector. With a total of $35,000 granted to six grantees in 2024, the foundation operates on an invitation-only basis and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Mission Statement
TO ELEVATE THE INHERENT WORTH AND DIGNITY IN PEOPLE BY INVESTING IN (CONTINUED ON SCHEDULE O) CRISIS INTERVENTION FOR INDIVIDUALS, ENTERPRISE OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE UNDER-RESOURCED TO FLOURISH, LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT FOR THE NEXT GENERATION, AND SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITY-CENTERED CAPITAL PROJECTS.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
MARINERS CHURCH
IRVINE, CA
$74.3K
47%

SADDLEBACK COLLEGE FOUNDATION
MISSION VIEJO, CA
$25K
16%
Living Room Ministries International
Redding, CA
$20K
13%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to PEOPLE ARE THE WEALTH FOUNDATION?
No. PEOPLE ARE THE WEALTH FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does PEOPLE ARE THE WEALTH FOUNDATION give?
PEOPLE ARE THE WEALTH FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California. 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 PEOPLE ARE THE WEALTH FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from PEOPLE ARE THE WEALTH FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $18 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does PEOPLE ARE THE WEALTH FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, PEOPLE ARE THE WEALTH FOUNDATION awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $35 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did PEOPLE ARE THE WEALTH FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, PEOPLE ARE THE WEALTH FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 6 grantees. Recent grantees include MARINERS CHURCH, SADDLEBACK COLLEGE FOUNDATION, and Living Room Ministries International. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to PEOPLE ARE THE WEALTH FOUNDATION?
PEOPLE ARE THE WEALTH FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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