International Grants

8,038 foundations$19.8B total annual giving$10K median grant63 states with funders

Discover 8,038 grantmaking foundations funding international programs, with combined annual giving of $19.8B. The median grant size for international is $10K.

International Grantmaking at a Glance

Foundations

8,038

Total Annual Giving

$19.8B

Total Assets Under Management

$272.4B

Median Grant Size

$10K

States with Funders

63

Total Grants on Record

176,844

Open Grant Opportunities

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

Open nowRolling / open intakeAward: $2K – $15K

Capacity-Building Grants

From Richmond Memorial Health Foundation

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Who can apply: Mission-aligned organizations invited or approved to apply for capacity-building support. The program notes that applicants must complete an organizational profile and participate in a pre-application conversation with the RMHF Program Team; due to high demand, new appointments are currently stopped.

Open nowCloses Aug 15, 2026Award: Varies

Summer Youth Camp Grants / Camperships

From Inspiritus Community Health Foundation

youth developmentsummer camp participationmental and physical well-being of youth

Who can apply: Camps and youth-serving nonprofits in the foundation's service area; individual camper scholarships are awarded to campers through participating camp organizations.

Open nowCloses Sep 30, 2026

Internal Capacity

From James A and Faith Knight Foundation

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Who can apply: Applicants should be nonprofit organizations with sound financial management, developed governance practices, and clarity of mission. The foundation emphasizes gender, diversity, and outcomes. The foundation does not make grants to annual appeal campaigns, religious activities, political campaigns, or individuals.

Open nowCloses Sep 30, 2026Award: $0 – $300

PMMI Foundation Student Travel Fund (PACK EXPO Travel Fund)

From Packaging Machinery Manufacturers Institute

workforce developmentstudent exposure to packaging and processing industrycareer awareness

Who can apply: Preference is given to schools exhibiting at PACK EXPO. Funds must be used for student travel to PACK EXPO. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Open nowRolling / open intakeAward: Varies

Helen Keller International vitamin A supplementation grantmaking

From Clear Fund

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Who can apply: Organizations/programs must meet GiveWell's grantmaking criteria: strong evidence of effectiveness, cost-effectiveness, room for more funding, and transparency. GiveWell states it does not have a formal grant application process and only reviews programs likely to meet its high bar.

Open nowRolling / open intakeAward: $12K – $50K

Capacity Building Initiative

From Michigan Health Endowment Fund

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Who can apply: Michigan nonprofit organizations seeking one-time internal investments that improve effectiveness and sustainability.

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Largest International Foundations

GOOD360

ALEXANDRIA, VA

Annual Giving

$1.6B

Total Assets

$108.1M

Median Grant

$24K

Q193National
FEED THE CHILDREN INC

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK

Annual Giving

$349.8M

Total Assets

$172.8M

Median Grant

$121K

Q330National
DIRECT RELIEF

SANTA BARBARA, CA

Annual Giving

$340.4M

Total Assets

$1.2B

Median Grant

$70K

Q330National
MASTERCARD FOUNDATION

TORONTO

Annual Giving

$270.4M

Total Assets

$50.3B

Median Grant

$1.3M

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Matthew 25 Ministries Inc

Cincinnati, OH

Annual Giving

$200.6M

Total Assets

$125.2M

Median Grant

$49K

Q193Regional
AMERICARES FOUNDATION INC

STAMFORD, CT

Annual Giving

$173.3M

Total Assets

$380.2M

Median Grant

$65K

Q123National
OPEN SOCIETY ACTION FUND INC

NEW YORK, NY

Annual Giving

$159.6M

Total Assets

$13.6M

Median Grant

$317K

Q70National
Children's Hunger Fund

Sylmar, CA

Annual Giving

$155.9M

Total Assets

$41.2M

Median Grant

$11K

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

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Where International Funders Are Located

Top 15 states by foundation count

CaliforniaView all
Foundations

1,097

Total Giving

$832.4M

New YorkView all
Foundations

937

Total Giving

$1.1B

FloridaView all
Foundations

611

Total Giving

$178.4M

Foundations

499

Total Giving

$584.1M

IllinoisView all
Foundations

387

Total Giving

$339.2M

New JerseyView all
Foundations

309

Total Giving

$106.3M

PennsylvaniaView all
Foundations

273

Total Giving

$119.7M

DelawareView all
Foundations

259

Total Giving

$122.3M

MassachusettsView all
Foundations

246

Total Giving

$285.1M

MichiganView all
Foundations

228

Total Giving

$57.7M

VirginiaView all
Foundations

220

Total Giving

$281M

MarylandView all
Foundations

177

Total Giving

$146.6M

ColoradoView all
Foundations

173

Total Giving

$88M

District of ColumbiaView all
Foundations

167

Total Giving

$2.2B

Foundations

163

Total Giving

$66.7M

Types of Foundations in International

Family Foundation3,614 (45.0%)

$1.8B in annual giving

Independent Foundation2,390 (29.7%)

$1.6B in annual giving

Operating Nonprofit434 (5.4%)

$908.9M in annual giving

Private Operating Foundation401 (5.0%)

$136.3M in annual giving

Faith-Based Foundation356 (4.4%)

$781.3M in annual giving

Service Club / Fraternal166 (2.1%)

$58.6M in annual giving

Corporate Foundation160 (2.0%)

$271.5M in annual giving

Other517 (6.4%)

$14.2B in annual giving

Typical Grant Profile in International

Median Grant Size

$10K

New Grantee Rate

64%

Accept Unsolicited Proposals

75%

Most Recent Filing Year

2026

The typical International foundation awards grants of $10K. Approximately 64% of International foundations actively fund new organizations, and 75% accept unsolicited proposals.

Frequently Asked Questions About International Grants

How many foundations fund international?
There are 8,038 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 $2.3B.
Which states have the most international funders?
The states with the most international foundations are California (1,097), New York (937), Florida (611). Use the geographic breakdown above to see the full distribution.
How do I find international grants for my nonprofit?
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