U-GO INITIATIVE
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The U-GO Initiative is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on building relationships with select nonprofits, as it operates on an invitation-only basis and does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the organization distributed a total of $958.9K across six grantees. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
U-GO HELPS AMBITIOUS AND PROMISING YOUNG WOMEN IN LOW-INCOME COUNTRIES TO PURSUE TERTIARY EDUCATION BY PROVIDING FINANCIAL SCHOLARSHIPS FUNDED BY INDIVIDUALS AND COMPANIES IN HIGH-INCOME COUNTRIES.
Cause Areas
2
Human rights
Human services
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
MILAAN FOUNDATION
$708.8K
43%
DEVELOPMENTS IN LITERACY INC
$517.9K
32%
GIVE FOUNDATION INC
$184.8K
11%
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Total No. of Grants
5
Median 1st year grant
$76.4K
Median 2nd year grant
$172.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to U-GO INITIATIVE?
No. U-GO INITIATIVE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does U-GO INITIATIVE give?
U-GO INITIATIVE primarily gives to organizations located in California, Illinois, and Massachusetts. 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 U-GO INITIATIVE’s grants?
The largest share of grants from U-GO INITIATIVE fall in the $250 thousand to $500 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $76 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does U-GO INITIATIVE make each year?
In 2024, U-GO INITIATIVE awarded about 5 grants, totaling nearly $959 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did U-GO INITIATIVE fund recently?
In 2024, U-GO INITIATIVE awarded grants to about 6 grantees. Recent grantees include MILAAN FOUNDATION, DEVELOPMENTS IN LITERACY INC, and GIVE FOUNDATION INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to U-GO INITIATIVE?
U-GO INITIATIVE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.