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Est.

2001

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Irving J Symons Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. In 2024, the foundation paid a total of $867.8K across 46 grantees and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

To carry out charitable and educational activities and to support, benefit, and carry out the purposes of the Sonora Area Foundation, whose charitable activities benefit Tuolumne County and its citizens. Particular concern is given to the youth of Tuolumne County.
Total Funding Given
$867.8K
2024
Grantees funded
46
Multi-year grantees
39%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
18
Median 1st year grant
$18.1K
Median 2nd year grant
$15K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
L
Le Ann Steelman
Board Member
D
Dana Mayo
Board Member
C
Clark Segerstrom
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Irving J Symons Foundation?
No. Irving J Symons Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Irving J Symons Foundation give?
Irving J Symons Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in California. 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 Irving J Symons Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Irving J Symons Foundation fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $18 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Irving J Symons Foundation make each year?
In 2024, Irving J Symons Foundation awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $868 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Irving J Symons Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, Irving J Symons Foundation awarded grants to about 50 grantees. Recent grantees include SONORA AREA FOUNDATION, YOUTH SPORTS FOUNDATION OF TUOLUMNE COUNTY, and SYMONS FAMILY FUND. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Irving J Symons Foundation?
Irving J Symons Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.