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Est.

2000

Latest Fiscal Year

Not available

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The New England Grassroots Environment Fund, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on supporting grassroots environmental initiatives in New England. With a total of $760.6K in grants paid to 111 grantees in 2024, the fund operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants solely by invitation. Nonprofits interested in engaging with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

To support grassroots environmental work. The Organization seeks to energize and nurture long-term civic engagement in local initiatives that create and maintain healthy, just, safe and environmentally sustainable communities.
Total Funding Given
$760.6K
2024
Grantees funded
111
Multi-year grantees
35%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
25
Median 1st year grant
$7.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$12K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
L
Lindsey Dupont JD
Board Member
S
Sally Manikian
Board Member
K
Kimberly Blakemore
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to New Enqland Grassroots Environment Fund, Inc.?
No. New Enqland Grassroots Environment Fund, Inc. does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does New Enqland Grassroots Environment Fund, Inc. give?
New Enqland Grassroots Environment Fund, Inc. primarily gives to organizations located in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are New Enqland Grassroots Environment Fund, Inc.’s grants?
The largest share of grants from New Enqland Grassroots Environment Fund, Inc. fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $7,500. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does New Enqland Grassroots Environment Fund, Inc. make each year?
In 2024, New Enqland Grassroots Environment Fund, Inc. awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $761 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did New Enqland Grassroots Environment Fund, Inc. fund recently?
In 2024, New Enqland Grassroots Environment Fund, Inc. awarded grants to about 110 grantees. Recent grantees include NORTH COUNTRY ALLIANCE FOR BALANCED CHANGE, WHYHUNGER INC, and TIDES ADVOCACY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to New Enqland Grassroots Environment Fund, Inc.?
New Enqland Grassroots Environment Fund, Inc. does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.