The Westminster Kennel Club

American Kennel Club Inc

New York, NY

AKC is a purebred dog registry dedicated to promoting the sport of purebred dogs, responsible dog breeding, canine health & well-being, and the rights of all dog owners; American Kennel Club, inc. (AKC) is dedicated to upholding the integrity of its registry, promoting the sport of purebred dogs and breeding for type and function. Founded in 1884, AKC and its affiliated organizations advocate for the purebred dog as a family companion, advance canine health and well-being, work to protect the rights of all dog owners and promote responsible dog ownership.

The Charles a Dana Foundation

New York, NY

The Charles A. Dana Foundation funds qualified organizations working at the intersection of neuroscience and societal challenges, including education, law, policy, and public engagement. Most grants are up to $150,000 for projects lasting 12–18 months, with funding awarded across multiple U.S. states. Applicants submit a letter describing their request; the profile does not state whether unsolicited requests are accepted.

The Boca Fund Inc

Atlanta, GA

Arizona Community Foundation

Phoenix, AZ

The Arizona Community Foundation funds eligible nonprofits and community-serving organizations across arts and culture, education, community development, health and human services, the environment, and other areas, primarily in Arizona and sometimes nationally. Its 2025 median grant was $17,760; it accepts competitive applications during grant cycles, while donor-advised grants cannot be applied for.

The Ford Foundation

New York, NY

The Ford Foundation funds organizations, individuals, and ideas working to reduce inequality and advance social justice, including work in areas such as immigrant justice, criminal justice reform, gender equity, and arts and culture, through grants around the world. Its 2024 grants had a median of $100,000, with amounts ranging from $45 to $15 million; it does not accept unsolicited requests by mail, email, or phone.

The Jacquelyn & Gregory Zehner

Park City, UT

The Jacquelyn & Gregory Zehner Foundation funded organizations in varied fields, including community services, legal access, film and storytelling, and refugee culinary training; most of its giving went to Utah. In 2024, grants ranged from $500 to $150,000, with a median of $10,000. It funds only preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

William O Nutting Family Foundation

Wheeling, WV

The William O Nutting Family Foundation supports varied charitable organizations, including education, museums, hunger relief, survivor services, and animal welfare, with grants spanning multiple states. Its 2024 grants ranged from $1,000 to $30,000, with a median of $5,000. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Jim and Dede Bartlett Foundation

Wilmington, DE

The Jim and Dede Bartlett Foundation funds university fellowships and individual scholarships, with 2025 grants ranging from $10,000 to $60,000 and a median of $13,000. Its grants went to recipients in several states, led by Colorado, New York, and Illinois. It gives only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited funding requests.

The Mordecai & Elinor Gabriel

Short Hills, NJ

Sash Foundation

Seattle, WA

The SASH Foundation supports preselected charitable organizations working in areas such as education, food assistance, dance education, and women’s leadership, with most funding going to Washington State. Its 2025 grants ranged from $1,000 to $186,000, with a median of $5,000. It does not accept unsolicited funding requests.

The New York Community Trust

New York, NY

The New York Community Trust funds projects in areas including arts, education, health, human services, community development, and the environment, primarily in New York City, Long Island, and Westchester, with some opportunities elsewhere. Its 2024 median grant was $20,000, though awards varied widely. It accepts applications through its open competitive grants program and selected RFPs or letters of interest; donor-advised funds do not accept proposals.