AI Summary
The Bowline Fund is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based engagement, providing grants exclusively by invitation. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, making it essential for nonprofits to establish connections prior to seeking funding. Organizations interested in exploring warm-introduction pathways can utilize Impala's Funder Prospecting to facilitate potential engagement with the fund.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
SEATTLE NEIGHBORHOOD GREENWAYS
$1M
49%
TIDES INC
$330K
15%
SIGHTLINE INSTITUTE
$10K
< 1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Bowline Fund?
No. Bowline Fund does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Bowline Fund give?
Bowline Fund 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 Bowline Fund’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Bowline Fund fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $5,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Bowline Fund make each year?
In 2024, Bowline Fund awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $176 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Bowline Fund fund recently?
In 2024, Bowline Fund awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include SEATTLE NEIGHBORHOOD GREENWAYS, TIDES INC, and SIGHTLINE INSTITUTE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Bowline Fund?
Bowline Fund does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.