Autism Research Institute
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The Autism Research Institute is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses its grantmaking efforts primarily in Arizona, Texas, and California, with a total of $275K awarded to 34 grantees in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the Institute can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
ARI was founded to meet the needs of the autism community by sponsoring research networking with researchers, clinicians, parents and disseminating information regarding individuals of all ages on the autism spectrum.
Cause Areas
1
Autism
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Autism Research Institute
$229.7K
9%

ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION FOR A NEW AMERICAN UNIVERSITY
$214.7K
9%
REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT SAN DIEGO
$130K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
4
Median 1st year grant
$26.9K
Median 2nd year grant
$30.2K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Autism Research Institute?
No. Autism Research Institute does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Autism Research Institute give?
Autism Research Institute primarily gives to organizations located in Arizona, Texas, and 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 Autism Research Institute’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Autism Research Institute fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $27 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Autism Research Institute make each year?
In 2024, Autism Research Institute awarded about 4 grants, totaling nearly $275 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Autism Research Institute fund recently?
In 2024, Autism Research Institute awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include Autism Research Institute, ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION FOR A NEW AMERICAN UNIVERSITY, and REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT SAN DIEGO. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Autism Research Institute?
Autism Research Institute does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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