OPPORTUNITY COUNCIL
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The Opportunity Council is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that primarily focuses on funding in Washington and the District of Columbia. It operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the Opportunity Council can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
Opportunity Council helps people improve their lives through education, support, and direct assistance while advocating for just and equitable communities.
Cause Areas
3
Education
Human rights
Human services
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
SUSTAINABLE CONNECTIONS
$2.6M
31%
COMMUNITY ACTION OF SKAGIT COUNTY
$1.5M
18%
OLYMPIC COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAMS
$1.3M
16%
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Total No. of Grants
9
Median 1st year grant
$30K
Median 2nd year grant
$30K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to OPPORTUNITY COUNCIL?
No. OPPORTUNITY COUNCIL does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does OPPORTUNITY COUNCIL give?
OPPORTUNITY COUNCIL primarily gives to organizations located in Washington and District Of Columbia. 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 OPPORTUNITY COUNCIL’s grants?
The largest share of grants from OPPORTUNITY COUNCIL fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $30 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does OPPORTUNITY COUNCIL make each year?
In 2024, OPPORTUNITY COUNCIL awarded about 9 grants, totaling nearly $470 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did OPPORTUNITY COUNCIL fund recently?
In 2024, OPPORTUNITY COUNCIL awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include SUSTAINABLE CONNECTIONS, COMMUNITY ACTION OF SKAGIT COUNTY, and OLYMPIC COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAMS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to OPPORTUNITY COUNCIL?
OPPORTUNITY COUNCIL does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.