Grantmaking Foundation

/ˈɡræn(t)ˌmeɪ.kɪŋ faʊnˈdeɪ.ʃən/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A nonprofit organization established to distribute grants to support charitable, educational, or social purposes.
    The grantmaking foundation awarded funds to local nonprofits improving community health.

Forms

  • grantmaking foundation
  • grantmaking foundations

Commentary

Typically distinguished from operational foundations by their primary role in awarding grants rather than running programs directly.

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