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This organization closed in 2019. It filed a final 990 indicating termination and no longer appears as active in IRS records, as it is absent from the EO Business Master File and Pub78 List.

Est.

1926

Latest Fiscal Year

Not available

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The YWCA of Santa Monica - Westside is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking within its community, having disbursed a total of $5.9 million in grants to three grantees in 2019. This funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the YWCA can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

The YWCA Santa Monica - Westside has been serving the greater Westside community since 1926. Our Vision is for the YWCA to be recognized as the premier women's growth and development organization, inspiring and sustaining a community in which women and girls learn to achieve their personal goals and contribute to the public good. Our Mission is to eliminate racism, empower women and promote peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. Our Programs - including early childhood development; K-12 life skills and academic enrichment; transitional housing and education; young adult networking and career-building; parent support; and personal and professional renewal - instill confidence, capability and effectiveness in women and girls across the life cycle within a supportive, encouraging environment.
Total Funding Given
$5.9M
2019
Grantees funded
3
Multi-year grantees
33%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
3
Median 1st year grant
$150K
Median 2nd year grant
$1.1M
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
A
Anne-Marie Spataru
Board Member
J
Judy Spiegel
Board Member
H
Helene DesRuisseaux
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to YWCA of Santa Monica - Westside?
No. YWCA of Santa Monica - Westside does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does YWCA of Santa Monica - Westside give?
YWCA of Santa Monica - Westside 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 YWCA of Santa Monica - Westside’s grants?
The largest share of grants from YWCA of Santa Monica - Westside fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $150 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does YWCA of Santa Monica - Westside make each year?
In 2019, YWCA of Santa Monica - Westside awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $5.9 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did YWCA of Santa Monica - Westside fund recently?
In 2019, YWCA of Santa Monica - Westside awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, Coalition for Engaged Education, and BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF VENICE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to YWCA of Santa Monica - Westside?
YWCA of Santa Monica - Westside does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.