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The Gunnar and Ruth Lie Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Washington, Hawaii, and Pennsylvania, with a total of $2.5 million in grants paid to 23 grantees in 2024. This foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
AMERICAN BIBLE SOCIETY
$1.9M
15%
PURSUIT NORTHWEST
$1.5M
12%

Jubilee REACH
$1.3M
10%
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Total No. of Grants
7
Median 1st year grant
$100K
Median 2nd year grant
$80K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE GUNNAR AND RUTH LIE FOUNDATION?
No. THE GUNNAR AND RUTH LIE FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE GUNNAR AND RUTH LIE FOUNDATION give?
THE GUNNAR AND RUTH LIE FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Washington, Hawaii, and Pennsylvania. 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 GUNNAR AND RUTH LIE FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE GUNNAR AND RUTH LIE FOUNDATION fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $100 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE GUNNAR AND RUTH LIE FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE GUNNAR AND RUTH LIE FOUNDATION awarded about 7 grants, totaling nearly $2.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE GUNNAR AND RUTH LIE FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE GUNNAR AND RUTH LIE FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include AMERICAN BIBLE SOCIETY, PURSUIT NORTHWEST, and Jubilee REACH. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE GUNNAR AND RUTH LIE FOUNDATION?
THE GUNNAR AND RUTH LIE FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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