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The Main Street Defense Fund is a 501(c) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based engagement model. It does not accept unsolicited proposals and provides funding exclusively by invitation, with a total of $125K awarded to three grantees in 2024. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
The Main Street Defense Fund exists to promote policies that put working American families first not government
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
SAVING TEXAS
$50K
40%
RESCUING THE AMERICAN DREAM
$50K
40%
WORKING FOR AMERICA POLICY INC
$25K
20%
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Total No. of Grants
3
Median 1st year grant
$50K
Median 2nd year grant
N/A
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Main Street Defense Fund?
No. Main Street Defense Fund does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Main Street Defense Fund give?
Main Street Defense Fund primarily gives to organizations located in Virginia 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 Main Street Defense Fund’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Main Street Defense Fund fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $50 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Main Street Defense Fund make each year?
In 2024, Main Street Defense Fund awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $125 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Main Street Defense Fund fund recently?
In 2024, Main Street Defense Fund awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include SAVING TEXAS, RESCUING THE AMERICAN DREAM, and WORKING FOR AMERICA POLICY INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Main Street Defense Fund?
Main Street Defense Fund does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.