Private foundation · EIN 88-0946264 · Wichita, Kansas · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Unlikely Collaborators Foundation

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 15 grants paid, $1.8M total, median $55K.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
15
$1.8M
Median grant
$55K
Stays in KS
—
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$37M

Grants paid in 2024

15 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
Northeastern UniversityBoston, MADr. Lisa Feldman Barrett is among the top one percent most cited scientists in the world for her revolutionary research in psychology and n…$799K
Project Ijtihad Dba Moral Courage ProjectBrooklyn, NYThe Moral Courage Project teaches people to turn contentious issues and divisive dialogues into constructive conversations and healthy team…$230K
Pen America Los AngelesLos Angeles, CAPEN America supports emerging writers in finding their voice and sharing their stories. The UC grant funds in person writing workshops in L…$131K
Naropa UniversityBoulder, CONaropa University is an accredited university and the only school in the country that grounds the student experience in contemplative educa…$123K
Holistic Life FoundationBaltimore, MDUnlikely Collaborators' grant supports the Holistic Life Foundation in expanding the Perception Box by bringing mindfulness practices into…$100K
Harvest HomeSanta Monica, CAThe grant is earmarked to support Harvest Home's Alumnae Program providing graduates of the residential program with case management and em…$75K
Kalw Public Media IncSan Francisco, CAUncuffed is the country's leading radio and podcast training program for individuals in prisons to empower them to tell their stories while…$75K
John P McGovern Museum of Health & Medical ScienceHouston, TXThe Health Museum inspires passion and curiosity in health, the medical sciences, and the human body. UC supports the implementation and ev…$55K
Creative Visions FoundationMalibu, CAUnlikely Collaborators' grant supports Take Me Out Feet First, a powerful documentary project produced by Creative Visions Foundation. The…$35K
Swan Songs Musical Last WishesAustin, TXSwan Songs creates a sense of connection for individuals near the end of life by gifting them private concerts and supports live music in a…$30K
American Red Cross - LA RegionLos Angeles, CAAmerican Red Cross provides relief and support to those in crisis. UC supports healing workshops for veterans including "Mind-Body" worksho…$25K
Fiscal Sponsorship AlliesIndianapolis, INSleepawake Camp is a four-week residential immersive camp for 18-30-year-olds looking for personal transformation, deep connection, and com…$25K
Motus TheaterBoulder, COMotus Theater uses autobiographical storytelling to explore identity and personal transformation. The UC grant supports TRANSformative Stor…$25K
Purpose Built Families FoundationFort Lauderdale, FLPurpose Built Families Foundation (PBFF) provides trauma-informed care to address underlying causes of poverty, homelessness, addiction, an…$25K
Create Now IncLos Angeles, CALos Angeles-based Create Now empowers youth and young adults from ages 3 to 24 through a variety of arts programs in multiple disciplines t…$13K

By state: Massachusetts 1 · California 6 · New York 1 · Colorado 2 · Maryland 1 · Texas 2

About this foundation

Unlikely Collaborators Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Wichita, Kansas, administered in care of The Company, tax-exempt since 2023. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

Foundation websiteAll filings on ProPublica

Does Unlikely Collaborators Foundation accept grant applications?

No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Unlikely Collaborators Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $1.8M across 15 grants, a median of $55K.

Where does Unlikely Collaborators Foundation give?

Massachusetts (1 grants), California (6 grants), New York (1 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.

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