AI Summary
The Opportunity Fund is a 501(c) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based engagement and operates by invitation only, meaning it does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in connecting with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting. In the 2024 filing year, the fund made a total of $10K in grants to 8 grantees.
Mission Statement
TO PROVIDE FUNDING TO ORGANIZATIONS THAT PROMOTE THE PUBLIC GOOD.
Cause Areas
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Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
DEMOCRACY 21 EDUCATION FUND
Washington, DC
$500K
59%
HOPE FOR CHILDREN FUND INC
BETHESDA, MD
$112.8K
13%
THE BARACK OBAMA FOUNDATION
Chicago, IL
$100K
12%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE OPPORTUNITY FUND?
No. THE OPPORTUNITY FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE OPPORTUNITY FUND give?
THE OPPORTUNITY FUND primarily gives to organizations located in District Of Columbia, Maryland, and New York. 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 OPPORTUNITY FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE OPPORTUNITY FUND fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $18 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE OPPORTUNITY FUND make each year?
In 2024, THE OPPORTUNITY FUND awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $10 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE OPPORTUNITY FUND fund recently?
In 2024, THE OPPORTUNITY FUND awarded grants to about 8 grantees. Recent grantees include DEMOCRACY 21 EDUCATION FUND, HOPE FOR CHILDREN FUND INC, and THE BARACK OBAMA FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE OPPORTUNITY FUND?
THE OPPORTUNITY FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.