CITY OF HOPE
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CITY OF HOPE is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in California and Arizona, with a total of $88.9 million in grants paid in 2024. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and engages with nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach. Nonprofits interested in exploring potential funding opportunities can utilize warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Our vision is to conquer cancer and diabetes for people everywhere by integrating scientific discovery, clinical ingenuity, and compassion.
Cause Areas
2
Health
Science
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
BECKMAN RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE CITY OF HOPE
$2.1B
77%

CITY OF HOPE NATIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
$294.7M
11%
CITY OF HOPE MEDICAL FOUNDATION
$189.1M
7%
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Total No. of Grants
3
Median 1st year grant
$40.3M
Median 2nd year grant
$31.2M
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to CITY OF HOPE?
No. CITY OF HOPE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does CITY OF HOPE give?
CITY OF HOPE 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 CITY OF HOPE’s grants?
The largest share of grants from CITY OF HOPE fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $40.3 million. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does CITY OF HOPE make each year?
In 2024, CITY OF HOPE awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $88.9 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did CITY OF HOPE fund recently?
In 2024, CITY OF HOPE awarded grants to about 4 grantees. Recent grantees include BECKMAN RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE CITY OF HOPE, CITY OF HOPE NATIONAL MEDICAL CENTER, and CITY OF HOPE MEDICAL FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to CITY OF HOPE?
CITY OF HOPE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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