The Ceres Foundation Inc
Gaithersburg, Maryland · EIN 912170962 · Private foundation
Based in Gaithersburg, Maryland, The Ceres Foundation Inc has awarded $20.3M across 189 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to Thrive Scholars. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What The Ceres Foundation Inc funds
The Ceres Foundation Inc's giving carries a documented focus on adult education, arts & culture, arts education, community improvement, disability services, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include children, disabled, families, foster youth, hispanic communities, homeless population.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thrive Scholars SUPPORT THE EXPANSION OF THE THRIVE SCHOLARS' LOS ANGELES AND BOSTON PROGRAMS | Los Angeles, CA | $2.0M | 2024 |
| Thrive Scholars GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT FOR THE THRIVE SCHOLARS' LOS ANGELES AND BOSTON PROGRAMS | Boston, MA | $2.0M | 2023 |
| California Community Foundation GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Los Angeles, CA | $450K | 2022 |
How to apply for funding from The Ceres Foundation Inc
The Ceres Foundation Inc'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 ceresgiving.org.
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Frequently asked questions about The Ceres Foundation Inc
- Does The Ceres Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
- The Ceres Foundation Inc'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 The Ceres Foundation Inc fund?
- The Ceres Foundation Inc's grants focus on adult education. Example recipients include Thrive Scholars, California Community Foundation. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Ceres Foundation Inc give in grants?
- The Ceres Foundation Inc reported $1.7M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $20.3M over 189 grants.
- Where is The Ceres Foundation Inc located?
- The Ceres Foundation Inc is based in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 912170962.
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