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The Robert Ellis Simon Foundation, a 501(c)3 organization, focuses on grantmaking within a relationship-based framework, providing a total of $355K in grants to 21 grantees in 2024. It does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on an invitation-only basis for engagement. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
UCLA FOUNDATION
Los Angeles, CA
$100K
3%

MUSLIMS FOR PROGRESSIVE VALUES
Los Angeles, CA
$58K
2%

The Whole Child - Mental Health & Housing Services
Whittier, CA
$57.2K
2%
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Total No. of Grants
9
Median 1st year grant
$25K
Median 2nd year grant
$3K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Robert Ellis Simon Foundation?
No. Robert Ellis Simon Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Robert Ellis Simon Foundation give?
Robert Ellis Simon Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in California and Washington. 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 Robert Ellis Simon Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Robert Ellis Simon Foundation fall in the $50 thousand to $100 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 Robert Ellis Simon Foundation make each year?
In 2024, Robert Ellis Simon Foundation awarded about 9 grants, totaling nearly $355 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Robert Ellis Simon Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, Robert Ellis Simon Foundation awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include UCLA FOUNDATION, MUSLIMS FOR PROGRESSIVE VALUES, and The Whole Child - Mental Health & Housing Services. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Robert Ellis Simon Foundation?
Robert Ellis Simon Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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