THE SAN DIEGO FOUNDATION
THE SAN DIEGO FOUNDATION
SAN DIEGO, CA, US
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501(c)(3)
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EIN
95-2942582
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DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder
THE SAN DIEGO FOUNDATION
SAN DIEGO, CA, US
•
501(c)(3)
•
EIN
95-2942582
•
•
DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder
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The San Diego Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that primarily focuses on funding initiatives in California, with significant contributions also made in New York and Illinois. This foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE SAN DIEGO FOUNDATION IMPROVES THE QUALITY OF LIFE WITHIN ALL OF OUR COMMUNITIES.
Cause Areas
2
Community and economic development
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
UC SAN DIEGO FOUNDATION
$36.2M
5%
YMCA OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY
$30.8M
4%
Child Development Associates Inc
$17.3M
3%
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Total No. of Grants
1.1K
Median 1st year grant
$15K
Median 2nd year grant
$20K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE SAN DIEGO FOUNDATION?
No. THE SAN DIEGO FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE SAN DIEGO FOUNDATION give?
THE SAN DIEGO FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California, New York, and Illinois. 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 THE SAN DIEGO FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE SAN DIEGO FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $15 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE SAN DIEGO FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2023, THE SAN DIEGO FOUNDATION awarded about 1,110 grants, totaling nearly $117.7 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE SAN DIEGO FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE SAN DIEGO FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 2,330 grantees. Recent grantees include UC SAN DIEGO FOUNDATION, YMCA OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY, and Child Development Associates Inc. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE SAN DIEGO FOUNDATION?
THE SAN DIEGO FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.