UFW FOUNDATION
AI Summary
The UFW Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking through a relationship-based approach, making grants by invitation only. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, so nonprofits interested in funding opportunities are encouraged to explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting. In 2020, the foundation paid out $2.7 million across 12 grantees.
Mission Statement
THE UFW FOUNDATION'S MISSION IS TO EMPOWER COMMUNITIES TO ENSURE HUMAN DIGNITY.
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
IMMIGRANT LEGAL DEFENSE
Oakland, CA
$2.7M
44%
Education and Leadership Foundation
Fresno, CA
$765.3K
12%
Centro La Familia Advocacy Services INC
Fresno, CA
$626.2K
10%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UFW FOUNDATION?
No. UFW FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UFW FOUNDATION give?
UFW FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California and Arizona. 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 UFW FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UFW FOUNDATION fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $105 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does UFW FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2020, UFW FOUNDATION awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $2.7 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UFW FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, UFW FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include IMMIGRANT LEGAL DEFENSE, Education and Leadership Foundation, and Centro La Familia Advocacy Services INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UFW FOUNDATION?
UFW FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.