Helios Education Foundation
Helios Education Foundation
Helios Education Foundation
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Helios Education Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily in Arizona, Florida, and New York. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in connecting with Helios can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO ENRICH THE LIVES OF INDIVIDUALS IN ARIZONA AND FLORIDA BY CREATING OPPORTUNITIES FOR SUCCESS IN POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION.
Cause Areas
1
Financial services
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
EDUCATION FORWARD ARIZONA
$26M
12%
ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION FOR A NEW AMERICAN UNIVERSITY
$14.7M
7%
Teach for America Inc
$14M
6%
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Total No. of Grants
78
Median 1st year grant
$25K
Median 2nd year grant
$23.8K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Helios Education Foundation?
No. Helios Education Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Helios Education Foundation give?
Helios Education Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Arizona, Florida, and New York. 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 Helios Education Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Helios Education Foundation fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Helios Education Foundation make each year?
In 2025, Helios Education Foundation awarded about 80 grants, totaling nearly $19.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Helios Education Foundation fund recently?
In 2025, Helios Education Foundation awarded grants to about 210 grantees. Recent grantees include EDUCATION FORWARD ARIZONA, ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION FOR A NEW AMERICAN UNIVERSITY, and Teach for America Inc. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Helios Education Foundation?
Helios Education Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.