THE POLG FOUNDATION INC
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The Polg Foundation Inc is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses its funding primarily in Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, and Maine. It operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are awarded by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
SUPPORT RESEARCH TO FIND TREATMENTS AND A CURE FOR POLG-RELATED MITOCHONDRIAL DISORDERS.
Cause Areas
1
Genetic conditions and birth defects
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE BROAD INSTITUTE INC
$927.5K
86%

United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation Inc
$50K
5%

THE JACKSON LABORATORY
$46.3K
4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE POLG FOUNDATION INC?
No. THE POLG FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE POLG FOUNDATION INC give?
THE POLG FOUNDATION INC primarily gives to organizations located in Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, and Maine. 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 POLG FOUNDATION INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE POLG FOUNDATION INC fall in the $250 thousand to $500 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $50 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE POLG FOUNDATION INC make each year?
In 2024, THE POLG FOUNDATION INC awarded about 5 grants, totaling nearly $667 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE POLG FOUNDATION INC fund recently?
In 2024, THE POLG FOUNDATION INC awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include THE BROAD INSTITUTE INC, United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation Inc, and THE JACKSON LABORATORY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE POLG FOUNDATION INC?
THE POLG FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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