THE ELMA FOUNDATION (US)
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The Elma Foundation (US) is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding and operates on an invitation-only basis, meaning it does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation awarded a total of $1 million in grants to one grantee. 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

THINK OF US C/O THE YARD
Washington, DC
$100K
7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE ELMA FOUNDATION (US)?
No. THE ELMA FOUNDATION (US) does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE ELMA FOUNDATION (US) give?
THE ELMA FOUNDATION (US) primarily gives to organizations located in California 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 THE ELMA FOUNDATION (US)’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE ELMA FOUNDATION (US) fall in the $1 million to $5 million 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 ELMA FOUNDATION (US) make each year?
In 2024, THE ELMA FOUNDATION (US) awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE ELMA FOUNDATION (US) fund recently?
In 2024, THE ELMA FOUNDATION (US) awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include THINK OF US C/O THE YARD. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE ELMA FOUNDATION (US)?
THE ELMA FOUNDATION (US) does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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