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The JW Sefton Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in California and New York. The foundation operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
SAN DIEGO SOCIETY OF NATURAL HISTORY
$5.2M
37%
OCEAN DISCOVERY INSTITUTE
$1.9M
13%
FOREVER BALBOA PARK
$800K
6%
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Total No. of Grants
6
Median 1st year grant
$55K
Median 2nd year grant
$100K
Top 3 Grants
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to JW SEFTON FOUNDATION?
No. JW SEFTON FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does JW SEFTON FOUNDATION give?
JW SEFTON FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California 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 JW SEFTON FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from JW SEFTON FOUNDATION fall in the $250 thousand to $500 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $55 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does JW SEFTON FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, JW SEFTON FOUNDATION awarded about 6 grants, totaling nearly $1.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did JW SEFTON FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, JW SEFTON FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include SAN DIEGO SOCIETY OF NATURAL HISTORY, OCEAN DISCOVERY INSTITUTE, and FOREVER BALBOA PARK. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to JW SEFTON FOUNDATION?
JW SEFTON FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.