Franciscan Foundation
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The Franciscan Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives through a relationship-based approach, making grants by invitation only. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, so nonprofits interested in funding opportunities should consider exploring warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting. In 2024, the foundation disbursed a total of $810.5K across 56 grantees.
Mission Statement
The Franciscan Foundation solicits, receives and administers charitable gifts for Franciscan Health System, in keeping with FHS' mission of building healthier communities. The organization was, for the year ended 6/30/18, affiliated with Catholic Health Initiatives ("CHI"). Following the close of the 6/30/2018 tax year, on 2/1/19, in connection with the alignment of the Catholic ministries of CHI and Dignity Health, CHI changed its name to CommonSpirit Health.
Cause Areas
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Health
Hospital care
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
FRANCISCAN HEALTH SYSTEM
$20.8M
74%
FRANCISCAN MEDICAL GROUP
$2.5M
9%
HARRISON MEDICAL CENTER
$2.1M
7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Franciscan Foundation?
No. Franciscan Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Franciscan Foundation give?
Franciscan Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Washington, Colorado, 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 Franciscan Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Franciscan Foundation fall in the $500 thousand to $1 million range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Franciscan Foundation make each year?
In 2023, Franciscan Foundation awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $702 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Franciscan Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, Franciscan Foundation awarded grants to about 60 grantees. Recent grantees include FRANCISCAN HEALTH SYSTEM, FRANCISCAN MEDICAL GROUP, and HARRISON MEDICAL CENTER. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Franciscan Foundation?
Franciscan Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.