THE RODDENBERRY FOUNDATION
Sherman Oaks, CA, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
95-4755672
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder

Sherman Oaks, CA, US
•
501(c)3
•
EIN
95-4755672
•
•
Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
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The Roddenberry Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that awarded a total of $4 million in grants to 195 grantees in 2024, with a focus on areas such as scholarships and financial aid, as well as animal welfare. Notably, the foundation has funded initiatives primarily in California, New York, and Washington, D.C. The foundation is currently open for unsolicited proposals, and prospective applicants are encouraged to review the 'How to Apply' section of the current profile page to assess their fit for funding.
Cause Areas
2
Animal welfare
Scholarships & Financial Aid
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE J DAVID GLADSTONE INSTITUTES
$6.7M
20%
ACADEMY FOUNDATION
$2M
6%
AS YOU SOW
$1.5M
4%
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Total No. of Grants
131
Median 1st year grant
$15K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE RODDENBERRY FOUNDATION?
Yes. THE RODDENBERRY FOUNDATION accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting their website.
Where does THE RODDENBERRY FOUNDATION give?
THE RODDENBERRY 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 RODDENBERRY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE RODDENBERRY FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $15 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE RODDENBERRY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE RODDENBERRY FOUNDATION awarded about 130 grants, totaling nearly $4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE RODDENBERRY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE RODDENBERRY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 200 grantees. Recent grantees include THE J DAVID GLADSTONE INSTITUTES, ACADEMY FOUNDATION, and AS YOU SOW. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE RODDENBERRY FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting THE RODDENBERRY FOUNDATION’s website.
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