Philanthropy and the W. R. Grace Foundation Grant
Funding Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
Foundation
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Required status
- 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status
Other requirements
- We also support health and human services organizations, as well as civic, environmental, and cultural programs.
Overview
The W. R. Grace Foundation Grant supports non-profit organizations with 501(c)(3) status in the U.S. that focus on STEM education and basic needs like food and healthcare. Since its inception in 1961, the Foundation has contributed financial and volunteer resources to enhance community wellbeing, particularly in areas where Grace employees reside. They also match employee donations to accredited educational institutions, promoting civic engagement and support for local charities.
Eligibility
Non-profit organizations with 501(c)(3) status in the United State that operate near a Grace facility that are in areas where Grace has a significant employee presence with a focus on:science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education and basic needs, such as food, shelter, first aid, and healthcare. We also support health and human services organizations, as well as civic, environmental, and cultural programs.
What WR Grace Foundation Inc actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2024
- Grants in 2024
- 102
- Total given
- $1.27M
- Median grant
- $3,250
- Range
- $100–$300K
- By dollars: Maryland 35%, Texas 26%, Louisiana 15%. Top recipient cities: Baltimore, MD; Baton Rouge, LA; South Haven, MI.
- 0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
- 38% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.
Example grants
Valero Energy Foundation · San Antonio, TX
Urban, civic & culture
$300K
Maryland Academy of Science · Baltimore, MD
Urban, civic & culture
$150K
Aiche - American Institute of Chemical Engineers · Philadelphia, PA
Education & science
$72K
United Way · Baltimore, MD
Matching gifts
$62K
Scholarship America · Minneapolis, MN
Education & science
$52K
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
- Nonprofits
- STEM education
- Food security
- Healthcare
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