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The David Geffen Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses its funding primarily in California, New York, and Connecticut, having distributed a total of $112.5 million across 259 grantees in 2024. This foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits seeking support can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
UCLA FOUNDATION
$145.7M
25%
LINCOLN CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS INC
$90.1M
15%
Museum of Modern Art
$80M
14%
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Total No. of Grants
93
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE DAVID GEFFEN FOUNDATION?
No. THE DAVID GEFFEN FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE DAVID GEFFEN FOUNDATION give?
THE DAVID GEFFEN FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California, New York, and Connecticut. 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 DAVID GEFFEN FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE DAVID GEFFEN FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE DAVID GEFFEN FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE DAVID GEFFEN FOUNDATION awarded about 90 grants, totaling nearly $112.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE DAVID GEFFEN FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE DAVID GEFFEN FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 260 grantees. Recent grantees include UCLA FOUNDATION, LINCOLN CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS INC, and Museum of Modern Art. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE DAVID GEFFEN FOUNDATION?
THE DAVID GEFFEN FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.