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Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Scherrer Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that engages in relationship-based funding, making grants exclusively by invitation and not accepting unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation distributed a total of $48K across 12 grantees. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Total Funding Given
$48K
2024
Grantees funded
12
Multi-year grantees
33%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
2
Median 1st year grant
$4K
Median 2nd year grant
$12.8K
E
Elizabeth Miller
Employee
J
John B Scherrer
Employee
J
John Scherrer
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE SCHERRER FOUNDATION?
No. THE SCHERRER FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE SCHERRER FOUNDATION give?
THE SCHERRER FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California, Virginia, and Massachusetts. 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 SCHERRER FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE SCHERRER FOUNDATION fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $4,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE SCHERRER FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE SCHERRER FOUNDATION awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $48 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE SCHERRER FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE SCHERRER FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include INTERVAL HOUSE, HOUSE OF RUTH INC, and KITECHILD. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE SCHERRER FOUNDATION?
THE SCHERRER FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.