UCLA FOUNDATION
AI Summary
The UCLA Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily in California. With a total of $443 million in grants paid to 231 grantees in 2024, 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.
Mission Statement
THE MISSION OF THE UCLA FOUNDATION IS TO ACTIVELY PROMOTE PHILANTHROPY AND MANAGE DONATED RESOURCES FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF UCLA.
Cause Areas
2
Philanthropy
Education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
REGENTS UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA LOS ANGELES
$3.3B
94%
OPPORTUNITY 180
$29.3M
< 1%
CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
$25.8M
< 1%
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Total No. of Grants
67
Median 1st year grant
$75K
Median 2nd year grant
$100K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UCLA FOUNDATION?
No. UCLA FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UCLA FOUNDATION give?
UCLA FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California, Nevada, 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 UCLA FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UCLA FOUNDATION fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $75 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does UCLA FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, UCLA FOUNDATION awarded about 70 grants, totaling nearly $443 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UCLA FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, UCLA FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 230 grantees. Recent grantees include REGENTS UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA LOS ANGELES, OPPORTUNITY 180, and CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UCLA FOUNDATION?
UCLA FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.