AI Summary
The Christeson Family Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based approach, providing grants by invitation only. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, emphasizing the importance of established connections in its funding process. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

DES MOINES PERFORMING ARTS
Des Moines, IA
$200
9%

MAYO CLINIC
Rochester, MN
$100
5%

CHILDREN AND FAMILIES OF IOWA
Des Moines, IA
$100
5%
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Total No. of Grants
11
Median 1st year grant
$100
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 The Christeson Family Foundation?
No. The Christeson Family Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does The Christeson Family Foundation give?
The Christeson Family Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Iowa and Minnesota. 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 Christeson Family Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from The Christeson Family Foundation fall in the below $5,000 range. The median first-year grant is about <$1,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does The Christeson Family Foundation make each year?
In 2024, The Christeson Family Foundation awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $2,140. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did The Christeson Family Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, The Christeson Family Foundation awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include DES MOINES PERFORMING ARTS, MAYO CLINIC, and CHILDREN AND FAMILIES OF IOWA. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to The Christeson Family Foundation?
The Christeson Family Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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