GILES W & ELISE G MEAD FOUNDATION
Gig Harbor, WA, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
95-6040921
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
Gig Harbor, WA, US
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501(c)3
•
EIN
95-6040921
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•
Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
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The GILES W & ELISE G MEAD FOUNDATION is a 501(c)(3) organization that has committed $10 million in grants to 91 grantees in 2024, primarily focusing on Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and Missouri. The foundation is currently open for unsolicited proposals, and prospective applicants are encouraged to review the 'How to Apply' section of their profile page to assess fit for funding opportunities.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

NATIONAL PHILANTHROPIC TRUST
$5M
27%
Stifel Charitable Inc
$2.5M
13%
FRED HUTCHINSON CANCER RESEARCH CENTER
$500K
3%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to GILES W & ELISE G MEAD FOUNDATION?
Yes. GILES W & ELISE G MEAD 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 GILES W & ELISE G MEAD FOUNDATION give?
GILES W & ELISE G MEAD FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and Missouri. 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 GILES W & ELISE G MEAD FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from GILES W & ELISE G MEAD FOUNDATION fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $30 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does GILES W & ELISE G MEAD FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, GILES W & ELISE G MEAD FOUNDATION awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $10 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did GILES W & ELISE G MEAD FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, GILES W & ELISE G MEAD FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 90 grantees. Recent grantees include NATIONAL PHILANTHROPIC TRUST, Stifel Charitable Inc, and FRED HUTCHINSON CANCER RESEARCH CENTER. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to GILES W & ELISE G MEAD FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting GILES W & ELISE G MEAD FOUNDATION’s website.
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