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Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The German American Society is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives within its community, having awarded a total of $17,000 to eight grantees in 2024. This organization operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Total Funding Given
$17K
2024
Grantees funded
8
Multi-year grantees
13%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
3
Median 1st year grant
$5K
Median 2nd year grant
$7K
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Mark Luecht
Board Member
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Randy Abbott
Board Member
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Annette Kienberger
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to GERMAN AMERICAN SOCIETY?
No. GERMAN AMERICAN SOCIETY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does GERMAN AMERICAN SOCIETY give?
GERMAN AMERICAN SOCIETY primarily gives to organizations located in Oregon, Washington, and 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 GERMAN AMERICAN SOCIETY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from GERMAN AMERICAN SOCIETY fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $5,040. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does GERMAN AMERICAN SOCIETY make each year?
In 2024, GERMAN AMERICAN SOCIETY awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $17 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did GERMAN AMERICAN SOCIETY fund recently?
In 2024, GERMAN AMERICAN SOCIETY awarded grants to about 8 grantees. Recent grantees include MEALS ON WHEELS PEOPLE INC, Zeitgeist Northwest, and BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF WHITMAN COLLEGE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to GERMAN AMERICAN SOCIETY?
GERMAN AMERICAN SOCIETY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.