NAMI CALIFORNIA
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NAMI California is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives within California. In 2024, it distributed a total of $7.2 million across 23 grantees, emphasizing a relationship-based engagement model that operates by invitation only. The organization does not accept unsolicited proposals; however, nonprofits can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting to connect with NAMI California.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
NAMI ORANGE COUNTY
$1.5M
10%

NAMI SAN DIEGO
$1.5M
10%
NAMI URBAN LOS ANGELES
$659.4K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
20
Median 1st year grant
$11K
Median 2nd year grant
$24K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to NAMI CALIFORNIA?
No. NAMI CALIFORNIA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does NAMI CALIFORNIA give?
NAMI CALIFORNIA primarily gives to organizations located in 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 NAMI CALIFORNIA’s grants?
The largest share of grants from NAMI CALIFORNIA fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $11 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does NAMI CALIFORNIA make each year?
In 2024, NAMI CALIFORNIA awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $7.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did NAMI CALIFORNIA fund recently?
In 2024, NAMI CALIFORNIA awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include NAMI ORANGE COUNTY, NAMI SAN DIEGO, and NAMI URBAN LOS ANGELES. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to NAMI CALIFORNIA?
NAMI CALIFORNIA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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