AI Summary
The Rands Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on fostering relationships through invitation-only engagement, as it does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation distributed a total of $1.3 million across 67 grantees. Nonprofits interested in potential funding can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Cause Areas
1
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
ESPERANZA ACADEMY INC
$390K
8%
BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF DORCHESTER INC
$250K
5%
Silver Lining Mentoring Inc
$210K
4%
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Total No. of Grants
37
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$20K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to The Rands Foundation?
No. The Rands Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does The Rands Foundation give?
The Rands Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New York. 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 Rands Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from The Rands Foundation fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does The Rands Foundation make each year?
In 2024, The Rands Foundation awarded about 40 grants, totaling nearly $1.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did The Rands Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, The Rands Foundation awarded grants to about 70 grantees. Recent grantees include ESPERANZA ACADEMY INC, BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF DORCHESTER INC, and Silver Lining Mentoring Inc. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to The Rands Foundation?
The Rands Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.