MICHIGAN GUARDIANS OF DEMOCRACYClosed
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This organization closed in 2022. It filed a final 990 indicating termination and no longer appears as active in IRS records, as it is absent from the EO Business Master File and Pub78 List.
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Michigan Guardians of Democracy is a 501(c) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives within Michigan, having distributed $1.2 million in grants to three grantees in 2022. The organization operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
PROMOTE DEMOCRACY, FREE AND FAIR ELECTIONS, AND THE GENERAL WELFARE OF THE CITIZENS OF MICHIGAN.
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Unlock Michigan
$790K
40%
Let MI Kids Learn
$60K
3%
STAND UP MICHIGAN INC
$6K
< 1%
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Total No. of Grants
4
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$50K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MICHIGAN GUARDIANS OF DEMOCRACY?
No. MICHIGAN GUARDIANS OF DEMOCRACY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does MICHIGAN GUARDIANS OF DEMOCRACY give?
MICHIGAN GUARDIANS OF DEMOCRACY primarily gives to organizations located in Michigan. 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 MICHIGAN GUARDIANS OF DEMOCRACY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MICHIGAN GUARDIANS OF DEMOCRACY fall in the $500 thousand to $1 million range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MICHIGAN GUARDIANS OF DEMOCRACY make each year?
In 2022, MICHIGAN GUARDIANS OF DEMOCRACY awarded about 4 grants, totaling nearly $1.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MICHIGAN GUARDIANS OF DEMOCRACY fund recently?
In 2022, MICHIGAN GUARDIANS OF DEMOCRACY awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include Unlock Michigan, Let MI Kids Learn, and STAND UP MICHIGAN INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MICHIGAN GUARDIANS OF DEMOCRACY?
MICHIGAN GUARDIANS OF DEMOCRACY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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