MAGIC JOHNSON FOUNDATION
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The Magic Johnson Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses its funding primarily in Oklahoma, Delaware, and Michigan, with a total of $155K distributed among three grantees in 2024. The foundation operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE SPECIFIC PURPOSE OF THIS CORPORATION IS TO INITIATE AND SUPPORT PROGRAMS THAT HELP TO SERVE UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES AND ENHANCE THE LIVES OF UNDERPRIVILEGED AND NEEDY INDIVIDUALS, AND TO INITIATE AND SUPPORT CHARITABLE PROGRAMS THAT FURTHER THE HEALTH AND EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC.
Cause Areas
1
Community improvement
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
FEED THE CHILDREN INC
$140K
51%
DELAWARE STATE UNIVERSITY
$125K
45%
BROTHERHOOD AGAINST DRUGS
$10K
4%
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Total No. of Grants
3
Median 1st year grant
$120K
Median 2nd year grant
$20K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MAGIC JOHNSON FOUNDATION?
No. MAGIC JOHNSON FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does MAGIC JOHNSON FOUNDATION give?
MAGIC JOHNSON FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Oklahoma, Delaware, and 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 MAGIC JOHNSON FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MAGIC JOHNSON FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $120 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MAGIC JOHNSON FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, MAGIC JOHNSON FOUNDATION awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $155 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MAGIC JOHNSON FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, MAGIC JOHNSON FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include FEED THE CHILDREN INC, DELAWARE STATE UNIVERSITY, and BROTHERHOOD AGAINST DRUGS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MAGIC JOHNSON FOUNDATION?
MAGIC JOHNSON FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.