NEW SCHOOLS FUND
NEW SCHOOLS FUND
NEW SCHOOLS FUND
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The NEW SCHOOLS FUND is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that does not accept unsolicited proposals, engaging instead in a relationship-based, invitation-only grantmaking process. In 2024, the fund awarded a total of $19.4 million across 516 grantees, with significant funding directed to California, New York, and Washington, D.C. Nonprofits interested in connecting with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
NEW SCHOOLS FUND'S MISSION IS TO IMPROVE PUBLIC EDUCATION.
Cause Areas
1
Education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
XQ INSTITUTE
$82.2M
24%
EDUCATION FORWARD DC
$6.2M
2%
UNCOMMON SCHOOLS INC
$6.2M
2%
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Total No. of Grants
102
Median 1st year grant
$200K
Median 2nd year grant
$205K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to NEW SCHOOLS FUND?
No. NEW SCHOOLS FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does NEW SCHOOLS FUND give?
NEW SCHOOLS FUND primarily gives to organizations located in California, New York, and District Of Columbia. 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 NEW SCHOOLS FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from NEW SCHOOLS FUND fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $200 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does NEW SCHOOLS FUND make each year?
In 2024, NEW SCHOOLS FUND awarded about 100 grants, totaling nearly $19.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did NEW SCHOOLS FUND fund recently?
In 2024, NEW SCHOOLS FUND awarded grants to about 520 grantees. Recent grantees include XQ INSTITUTE, EDUCATION FORWARD DC, and UNCOMMON SCHOOLS INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to NEW SCHOOLS FUND?
NEW SCHOOLS FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.