MUST
AI Summary
MUST is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach. In 2024, it awarded a total of $877K across 22 grantees, but it does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with MUST can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
MUST POOLS DONATIONS AND GIFTS THEM TO LOCAL NON-PROFITS SERVING PEOPLE IN NEED.
Cause Areas
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Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF THE CENTRAL COAST
Santa Maria, CA
$794.3K
16%
AFFORDABLE HOUSING PASO ROBLES
Paso Robles, CA
$692.6K
14%
EL CAMINO HOMELESS ORGANIZATION
Atascadero, CA
$517.8K
10%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MUST?
No. MUST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does MUST give?
MUST primarily gives to organizations located in California. 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 MUST’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MUST fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MUST make each year?
In 2024, MUST awarded about 7 grants, totaling nearly $877 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MUST fund recently?
In 2024, MUST awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF THE CENTRAL COAST, AFFORDABLE HOUSING PASO ROBLES, and EL CAMINO HOMELESS ORGANIZATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MUST?
MUST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.