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Fiscal Year Start

Dec 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Sikand Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that does not accept unsolicited proposals, engaging with nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach. In 2024, the foundation distributed a total of $1.7 million across 149 grantees. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Total Funding Given
$1.7M
2024
Grantees funded
149
Multi-year grantees
85%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
111
Median 1st year grant
$2K
Median 2nd year grant
$2.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
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Mark Sikand
Board Member
R
Renee Sikand
Board Member
A
Annette Sikand
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE SIKAND FOUNDATION?
No. THE SIKAND FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE SIKAND FOUNDATION give?
THE SIKAND FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California, New York, and District Of Columbia. 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 SIKAND FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE SIKAND FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $2,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE SIKAND FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE SIKAND FOUNDATION awarded about 110 grants, totaling nearly $1.7 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE SIKAND FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE SIKAND FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 150 grantees. Recent grantees include CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY LOS ANGELES FOUNDATION, PROVIDENCE HEALTH & SERVICES FOUNDATION SAN FERNANDO & SANTA CLARITA VALLEYS SA, and USA WEST PROVINCE SOCIETY OF JESUS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE SIKAND FOUNDATION?
THE SIKAND FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.