501 Commons

Seattle, WA, US
501(c)3
EIN
94-3089631
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Seattle, WA, US
501(c)3
EIN
94-3089631

Overview

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Est.

1989

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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Grantmaker

AI Summary

501 Commons is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that engages in relationship-based funding, providing grants by invitation only. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, making it essential for nonprofits to establish connections for potential funding opportunities. Organizations interested in exploring warm-introduction pathways can utilize Impala's Funder Prospecting services to navigate this process.

Mission Statement

We all rise when nonprofits thrive. At 501 Commons we serve nonprofits as experts, innovators, and partners. Our passion is to amplify the strength of nonprofits - so all people and communities flourish.
Total Funding Given

$0

2024
Grantees funded
1
Multi-year grantees
0%
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Total No. of Grants

1

Median 1st year grant
$17.5K
Median 2nd year grant
N/A
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Nancy Long
Board Member
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Greg Dietzel
Board Member
R
Rita Ryder
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to 501 Commons?
No. 501 Commons does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
What size are 501 Commons’s grants?
The largest share of grants from 501 Commons fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $18 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
Who did 501 Commons fund recently?
In 2024, 501 Commons awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include NONPROFIT NETWORK OF SOUTHWEST WASHINGTON. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to 501 Commons?
501 Commons does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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