137 foundations$85.4M total annual giving$17K median grant34 states with funders
Discover 137 grantmaking foundations funding entrepreneurship programs, with combined annual giving of $85.4M. The median grant size for entrepreneurship is $17K.
Entrepreneurship Grantmaking at a Glance
Foundations
137
Total Annual Giving
$85.4M
Total Assets Under Management
$3.6B
Median Grant Size
$17K
States with Funders
34
Total Grants on Record
3,451
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early childhood educationhealth & wellnessjob skills & entrepreneurship+1 more
Who can apply: Applicants must be tax-exempt organizations under 501(c)(3) or 170(b)(1)(a)(vi), or a unit of government, serving the six-county Central Texas region. Proposals may include non-lobbying advocacy and secular work by religious organizations if aligned with the fund's strategies. The fund does not award grants for endowment funds, fundraising activities or events, individuals, political lobbying or legislative activities, religious purposes, scholarships, or umbrella funding organizations that redistribute funds at their discretion.
constitutional orderlimited governmentfederalism+19 more
Who can apply: Eligible applicants must be organizations exempt from federal taxation under Section 501(c)(3) and publicly supported under Section 509(a)(1), (2), or (3). The Foundation does not make grants to individuals and will not fund overhead or indirect costs. Projects must fit the Foundation’s current program interests.
Education & Youth DevelopmentHousing & Neighborhood RevitalizationHealth & Community Initiatives+18 more
Who can apply: Applicants must be nonprofit charitable organizations with 501(c)(3) status that serve low- to moderate-income communities in Union and Essex counties in New Jersey. Organizations must meet all guidelines and application requirements, align with the Foundation's mission, support community needs, and demonstrate significant impact.
charter school expansionnew school openingshigh-performing charter school networks+2 more
Who can apply: For education entrepreneurs and charter school leaders who want to grow high-performing charter school networks by opening new schools. The form asks about current number of schools operated, future growth plans, and whether the network is pioneering an innovative model, offering career and technical education, led by an entrepreneur of color, or operating turnaround schools.
social entrepreneurshipearly-stage nonprofit developmentscalable impact+1 more
Who can apply: Early-stage nonprofit organizations with the potential for positive, scalable impact; organizations that have not yet demonstrated the efficacy needed for growth funding or a sustainable model.
The typical Entrepreneurship foundation awards grants of $17K. Approximately 73% of Entrepreneurship foundations actively fund new organizations, and 85% accept unsolicited proposals.
Frequently Asked Questions About Entrepreneurship Grants
How many foundations fund entrepreneurship?
There are 137 grantmaking foundations that fund entrepreneurship programs across 34 states.
What is the median grant size for entrepreneurship?
The median grant from foundations funding entrepreneurship is $17K. Actual grant sizes vary widely depending on the foundation's size and giving strategy.
What are the largest entrepreneurship foundations?
The largest foundations funding entrepreneurship by annual giving include BLACK FARMER FUND INC, TULSA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, WASHINGTON STATE MICROENTERPRISE ASSOCIATION, with combined giving of $6.6M.
Which states have the most entrepreneurship funders?
The states with the most entrepreneurship foundations are California (16), North Carolina (11), Massachusetts (9). Use the geographic breakdown above to see the full distribution.
How do I find entrepreneurship grants for my nonprofit?
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