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The Grindstone Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that has disbursed a total of $720,000 across 15 grantees since its inception in 2016. The foundation is currently open for unsolicited proposals, inviting prospective applicants to review the 'How to Apply' section of its profile page to assess their fit for funding opportunities.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

Catalina Island Museum
Avalon, CA
$200K
19%
HARBOR SOCCER CLUB
Gig Harbor, WA
$125K
12%
Our School of Gig Harbor DBA Gig Harbor Academy
Gig Harbor, WA
$100K
10%
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Total No. of Grants
13
Median 1st year grant
$25K
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 Grindstone Foundation?
Yes. Grindstone Foundation accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does Grindstone Foundation give?
Grindstone Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Washington, California, and Illinois. 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 Grindstone Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Grindstone Foundation fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Grindstone Foundation make each year?
In 2016, Grindstone Foundation awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $720 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Grindstone Foundation fund recently?
In 2016, Grindstone Foundation awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include Catalina Island Museum, HARBOR SOCCER CLUB, and Our School of Gig Harbor DBA Gig Harbor Academy. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Grindstone Foundation?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.
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