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The First Lady's Charitable Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on grantmaking through a relationship-based, invitation-only model. In 2023, the foundation paid a total of $195,000 across 14 grantees, emphasizing its commitment to collaboration rather than accepting unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Mission Statement
To raise awareness and financial support for the First Lady (or first spouse) of Ohio's philantrhopic endeavors.
Cause Areas
1
Philanthropy
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
$400K
67%
HOCKINGATHENSPERRY COMMUNITY ACTION
$15K
3%

Mid-Ohio Foodbank
$15K
3%
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Total No. of Grants
13
Median 1st year grant
$15K
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 First Lady's Charitable Foundation?
No. First Lady's Charitable Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does First Lady's Charitable Foundation give?
First Lady's Charitable Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Ohio and Illinois. 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 First Lady's Charitable Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from First Lady's Charitable Foundation fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $15 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does First Lady's Charitable Foundation make each year?
In 2023, First Lady's Charitable Foundation awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $195 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did First Lady's Charitable Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, First Lady's Charitable Foundation awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, HOCKINGATHENSPERRY COMMUNITY ACTION, and Mid-Ohio Foodbank. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to First Lady's Charitable Foundation?
First Lady's Charitable Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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