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Est.

1987

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Parkinson Council is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives related to Parkinson's disease. In the 2024 filing year, it awarded a total of $253K across 22 grantees, operating on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals; however, nonprofits can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

THE PARKINSON COUNCIL IS THE PREMIER LOCAL ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR PEOPLE WITH PARKINSON'S, THEIR CARE PARTNERS, AND FAMILIES.
Total Funding Given
$253K
2024
Grantees funded
22
Multi-year grantees
73%
Funding by Year
Total No. of Grants
9
Median 1st year grant
$23.7K
Median 2nd year grant
$23K
S
Suzanne Reichwein
Board Member
W
William Quinlan
Board Member
S
Scott Larson
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE PARKINSON COUNCIL?
No. THE PARKINSON COUNCIL does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE PARKINSON COUNCIL give?
THE PARKINSON COUNCIL primarily gives to organizations located in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. 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 THE PARKINSON COUNCIL’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE PARKINSON COUNCIL fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $24 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE PARKINSON COUNCIL make each year?
In 2024, THE PARKINSON COUNCIL awarded about 9 grants, totaling nearly $253 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE PARKINSON COUNCIL fund recently?
In 2024, THE PARKINSON COUNCIL awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include PRESBYTERIAN MEDICAL CENTER OF THE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA HEALTH SYSTEM, PENNSYLVANIA HOSPITAL OF THE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA HEALTH SYSTEM, and THOMAS JEFFERSON UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE PARKINSON COUNCIL?
THE PARKINSON COUNCIL does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.