Human Development Fund
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The Human Development Fund is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based engagement model, providing $1.1 million in grants to 10 grantees in 2024. It does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on an invitation-only basis for funding opportunities. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the fund can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO STRIVE IN HUMANITARIAN WORK WITH EXCELLENCE BY AIDING, ASSISTING AND DEVELOPING THE MOST VULNARABLE TO BECOME SELF-SUSTAINING AND TO ESCAPE THE CYCLE OF POVERTY
Cause Areas
1
International development
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Miftaah Institute
$722K
52%
AL JAZARI INSTITUTE
$281.5K
20%
INTERNATIONAL ISLAMIC HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OF NORTH AMERICA
$168.5K
12%
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Total No. of Grants
8
Median 1st year grant
$36K
Median 2nd year grant
$250.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Human Development Fund?
No. Human Development Fund does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Human Development Fund give?
Human Development Fund primarily gives to organizations located in Michigan, Minnesota, and Texas. 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 Human Development Fund’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Human Development Fund fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $36 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Human Development Fund make each year?
In 2024, Human Development Fund awarded about 8 grants, totaling nearly $1.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Human Development Fund fund recently?
In 2024, Human Development Fund awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include Miftaah Institute, AL JAZARI INSTITUTE, and INTERNATIONAL ISLAMIC HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OF NORTH AMERICA. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Human Development Fund?
Human Development Fund does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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