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The Permanent Archive Fund, a 501(c)3 organization, has a strong focus on grantmaking in California and Maine, having distributed a total of $9.6 million in 2024 to just two grantees. This funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the fund can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
The Fund's main focus is to provide charitable grants to support libraries and other organizations dedicated to the access and preservation of knowledge.
Cause Areas
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Libraries
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Internet Archive
$6.6M
69%
Open Library of Richmond Inc
$3M
31%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Permanent Archive Fund?
No. Permanent Archive Fund does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Permanent Archive Fund give?
Permanent Archive Fund primarily gives to organizations located in California and Maine. 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 Permanent Archive Fund’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Permanent Archive Fund fall in the $5 million to $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $4.8 million. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Permanent Archive Fund make each year?
In 2024, Permanent Archive Fund awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $9.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Permanent Archive Fund fund recently?
In 2024, Permanent Archive Fund awarded grants to about 2 grantees. Recent grantees include Internet Archive and Open Library of Richmond Inc. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Permanent Archive Fund?
Permanent Archive Fund does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.