SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION
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The Sonoma State University Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that primarily funds initiatives in California and Nebraska, having disbursed a total of $4.3 million across five grantees in 2025. This foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, granting funds by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO ADMINISTER GIFTS THAT ENHANCE AND PROMOTE SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY'S EDUCATIONAL MISSION.
Cause Areas
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Education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY
$37.5M
99%
SONOMA COUNTY FAMILY YMCA
$78.2K
< 1%
THE ZONES
$78.2K
< 1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION?
No. SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION give?
SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California and Nebraska. 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 SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $19 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2025, SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $4.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 5 grantees. Recent grantees include SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY, SONOMA COUNTY FAMILY YMCA, and THE ZONES. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION?
SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.