America First Policy Institute Incorporated
The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit research institute that advances 'America First' public policy positions. The site publishes timely policy analysis, news, events, and maintains a team directory and initiatives pages.
Source: Website · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A policy research, advocacy, or legal organization aligned with conservative 'America First' priorities that can deploy mid-sized project or program grants (tens to a few hundred thousand dollars) and operate at national or state level.
Good Fit
- • Clear alignment with conservative public-policy and advocacy goals.
- • Capacity for policy research, public-facing campaigns, or litigation support.
- • Ability to absorb project grants in the ~$30K–$337K range and show measurable policy impact.
- • Presence or visibility in DC, Texas, Virginia, or national networks.
Geography
In the latest year grants were distributed across Washington DC, Texas, and Virginia; DC received a majority share (about 55%) but the footprint is multi-state rather than strictly local.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows five distinct independent recipients and the funder added new grantees each observed year, indicating a moderate spread of recipients for the foundation's size rather than a tiny, closed circle.
New Applicants
Behavioral evidence shows multiple new organizations funded in 2023 and 2024 with no repeat grantees across the observed period, which strongly suggests unfamiliar applicants can be added even though no formal application guidelines were posted.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
