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The David William Upham Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses its grantmaking primarily in California, with additional support in New York and Tennessee. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities may explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
The Master's Academy International Inc
$900K
10%

CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL LOS ANGELES
$325K
4%

ST JUDE CHILDREN'S RESEARCH HOSPITAL INC
$235K
3%
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Total No. of Grants
65
Median 1st year grant
$25K
Median 2nd year grant
$30K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE DAVID WILLIAM UPHAM FOUNDATION?
No. THE DAVID WILLIAM UPHAM FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE DAVID WILLIAM UPHAM FOUNDATION give?
THE DAVID WILLIAM UPHAM FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California, New York, and Tennessee. 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 WILLIAM UPHAM FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE DAVID WILLIAM UPHAM FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE DAVID WILLIAM UPHAM FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE DAVID WILLIAM UPHAM FOUNDATION awarded about 70 grants, totaling nearly $3.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE DAVID WILLIAM UPHAM FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE DAVID WILLIAM UPHAM FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 60 grantees. Recent grantees include The Master's Academy International Inc, CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL LOS ANGELES, and ST JUDE CHILDREN'S RESEARCH HOSPITAL INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE DAVID WILLIAM UPHAM FOUNDATION?
THE DAVID WILLIAM UPHAM FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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