International Grants

8,057 foundations$30.7B total annual giving$10K median grant63 states with funders

Discover 8,057 grantmaking foundations funding international programs, with combined annual giving of $30.7B. The median grant size for international is $10K.

International Grantmaking at a Glance

Foundations

8,057

Total Annual Giving

$30.7B

Total Assets Under Management

$274.7B

Median Grant Size

$10K

States with Funders

63

Total Grants on Record

239,580

Open Grant Opportunities

Live programs funding international that your nonprofit can apply to now.

Open nowCloses Dec 31, 2026Award: $5K – $200K

ASI Missions Inc. Project Funding

From Asi Missions

Christian ministry and evangelismHealth and medical missionsEducation+7 more

Who can apply: Applicants must be nonprofit organizations or ministries whose work supports the Seventh-day Adventist Church and complies with ASI supporting-ministry guidelines. Leaders must be members in good and regular standing of the Seventh-day Adventist Church; the organization must be registered with appropriate tax authorities, provide required financial and organizational documents, and include a Board of Directors clause requiring at least five members, with a majority unrelated by blood or marriage. Applicants must submit a specific project budget and project narrative.

Open nowCloses Apr 15, 2027Award: $0 – $500

International Institute Funds (General & Mini-Grants)

From William Swanston Charitable Fund

foreign-born peoplecultural heritagemusic+4 more

Who can apply: Organizations within Mahoning and Trumbull Counties focused on foreign-born people; mini-grants support cultural heritage and cannot fund general operations or event underwriting.

Open nowCloses Nov 15, 2027

Capacity Building Grants

From Otsego Community Foundation

Nonprofit capacity buildingOrganizational developmentWorkforce / leadership development

Who can apply: Nonprofits serving Otsego County; applicants should consult OCF grant guidelines to confirm fit.

Open nowRolling / open intakeAward: Up to $10K

Moose International Disaster Relief Fund

From Moose International

Disaster reliefNatural disaster recoveryProperty damage+1 more

Who can apply: The lodge or chapter must be in good standing with its Association and Moose International, have active insurance and current property and liability payments, and have incurred loss or damage solely due to a natural disaster covered by an official state, provincial, national or presidential disaster declaration. Individual member requests are not accepted.

Open nowRolling / open intakeAward: Varies

Nonprofit Capacity Building Mini-Grants

From Community Foundation for Mississippi

Capacity buildingStrategic planningBoard development and governance+7 more

Who can apply: 501(c)(3) nonprofits within CFM’s service area. Applicants may seek assistance for a predetermined training course, a vetted nonprofit consultant, or general organizational and professional development needs.

Open nowAward: Up to $10K

Grow Your Impact Grant Program

From Greater Grand Island Community Foundation

Capacity buildingOrganizational sustainabilityLeadership+3 more

Who can apply: Applicants must be IRS-classified 501(c)(3) organizations in good standing. Organizations may receive a capacity-building grant only once every three calendar years, must have completed prior grant follow-ups, and must meet with Foundation staff before starting the application.

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Largest International Foundations

GOOD360

ALEXANDRIA, VA

Annual Giving

$3B

Total Assets

$108.1M

Median Grant

$24K

Q193National
FEED THE CHILDREN INC

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK

Annual Giving

$343.7M

Total Assets

$133.3M

Median Grant

$121K

Q330National
DIRECT RELIEF

SANTA BARBARA, CA

Annual Giving

$337.4M

Total Assets

$1.3B

Median Grant

$70K

Q330National
MASTERCARD FOUNDATION

TORONTO

Annual Giving

$270.4M

Total Assets

$50.3B

Median Grant

$1.3M

Q32National
Matthew 25 Ministries Inc

Cincinnati, OH

Annual Giving

$200.6M

Total Assets

$125.2M

Median Grant

$49K

Q193Regional
Children's Hunger Fund

Sylmar, CA

Annual Giving

$173.7M

Total Assets

$60.2M

Median Grant

$11K

Q330National
OPEN SOCIETY ACTION FUND INC

NEW YORK, NY

Annual Giving

$159.6M

Total Assets

$13.6M

Median Grant

$317K

Q70National
World Vision Inc

Federal Way, WA

Annual Giving

$157.4M

Total Assets

$515.3M

Median Grant

$60K

Q330National
RIPPLEWORKS INC

REDWOOD CITY, CA

Annual Giving

$154M

Total Assets

$2.5B

Median Grant

$2K

Q30National
GAVI ALLIANCE

GRANDSACONNEX

Annual Giving

$151.2M

Total Assets

$9.5B

Median Grant

$500K

Q33National

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Where International Funders Are Located

Top 15 states by foundation count

CaliforniaView all
Foundations

1,096

Total Giving

$891.5M

New YorkView all
Foundations

942

Total Giving

$4.2B

FloridaView all
Foundations

612

Total Giving

$177M

Foundations

499

Total Giving

$641M

IllinoisView all
Foundations

387

Total Giving

$348.9M

New JerseyView all
Foundations

309

Total Giving

$111.1M

PennsylvaniaView all
Foundations

273

Total Giving

$135.1M

DelawareView all
Foundations

259

Total Giving

$147M

MassachusettsView all
Foundations

244

Total Giving

$245.8M

MichiganView all
Foundations

228

Total Giving

$67.5M

VirginiaView all
Foundations

220

Total Giving

$289.1M

MarylandView all
Foundations

177

Total Giving

$91.9M

ColoradoView all
Foundations

173

Total Giving

$88M

District of ColumbiaView all
Foundations

167

Total Giving

$2.3B

Foundations

163

Total Giving

$66.1M

Types of Foundations in International

Family Foundation3,615 (44.9%)

$3.2B in annual giving

Independent Foundation2,401 (29.8%)

$3B in annual giving

Private Operating Foundation401 (5.0%)

$108.5M in annual giving

Operating Nonprofit366 (4.5%)

$1.1B in annual giving

Faith-Based Foundation359 (4.5%)

$673M in annual giving

Service Club / Fraternal166 (2.1%)

$58.1M in annual giving

Corporate Foundation160 (2.0%)

$263.5M in annual giving

Other589 (7.3%)

$22.4B in annual giving

Typical Grant Profile in International

Median Grant Size

$10K

New Grantee Rate

39%

Accept Unsolicited Proposals

50%

Most Recent Filing Year

2026

The typical International foundation awards grants of $10K. Approximately 39% of International foundations actively fund new organizations, and 50% accept unsolicited proposals.

Frequently Asked Questions About International Grants

How many foundations fund international?
There are 8,057 grantmaking foundations that fund international programs across 63 states.
What is the median grant size for international?
The median grant from foundations funding international is $10K. Actual grant sizes vary widely depending on the foundation's size and giving strategy.
What are the largest international foundations?
The largest foundations funding international by annual giving include GOOD360, FEED THE CHILDREN INC, DIRECT RELIEF, with combined giving of $3.7B.
Which states have the most international funders?
The states with the most international foundations are California (1,096), New York (942), Florida (612). Use the geographic breakdown above to see the full distribution.
How do I find international grants for my nonprofit?
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