FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN
FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN
FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN
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FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily in Oregon, Washington, and California. With a total of $15.5 million in grants paid in 2024 to 29 grantees, the organization operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in connecting with FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
IMPACTING GENERATIONAL CHANGE BY EMPOWERING YOUTH WHO ARE FACING THE GREATEST OBSTACLES THROUGH RELATIONSHIPS WITH PAID PROFESSIONAL MENTORS 12+ YEARS, NO MATTER WHAT.
Cause Areas
1
Adult and child mentoring
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN - SW WASHINGTON
$5.1M
10%
YOUTH RESOURCES INC
$4.7M
9%

FOTC - LOS ANGELES
$4.6M
9%
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Total No. of Grants
29
Median 1st year grant
$454.9K
Median 2nd year grant
$214.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN?
No. FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN give?
FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN 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 FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN’s grants?
The largest share of grants from FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $455 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN make each year?
In 2024, FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $15.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN fund recently?
In 2024, FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN - SW WASHINGTON, YOUTH RESOURCES INC, and FOTC - LOS ANGELES. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN?
FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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