Forward Impact
Los Angeles, California · EIN 831501685 · Private foundation
Based in Los Angeles, California, Forward Impact has awarded $2.7M across 35 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to Equal Justice Initiative. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What Forward Impact funds
Forward Impact's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture.
Populations it has supported include black communities, women girls.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equal Justice Initiative EQUAL JUSTICE INITIATIVE | Montgomery, AL | $1.0M | 2020 |
| Art for Justice CHARITABLE | Harleysville, PA | $500K | 2020 |
| Tides Advocacy CHARITABLE | San Francisco, CA | $246K | 2020 |
How to apply for funding from Forward Impact
Forward Impact's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at representjustice.org.
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Frequently asked questions about Forward Impact
- Does Forward Impact accept grant applications?
- Forward Impact's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does Forward Impact fund?
- Forward Impact's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include Equal Justice Initiative, Art for Justice, Tides Advocacy. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Forward Impact give in grants?
- Forward Impact reported $2.6M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $2.7M over 35 grants.
- Where is Forward Impact located?
- Forward Impact is based in Los Angeles, California. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 831501685.
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