NATURAL HERITAGE TRUST
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The Natural Heritage Trust is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that emphasizes relationship-based engagement and operates on an invitation-only basis, meaning it does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2025, the Trust paid a total of $3.3 million in grants, primarily focusing on New York and Texas. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the Trust can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE PURPOSE OF THE TRUST IS TO SERVE AS A FOCAL POINT FOR THE RECEIPT AND ADMINISTRATION OF GIFTS, GRANTS, DEVISES AND BEQUESTS OF REAL AND PERSONAL PROPERTY TO FURTHER CONSERVATION, OUTDOOR RECREATION, HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND WATERFRONT AND COMMUNITY REVITALIZATION.
Cause Areas
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Historic preservation
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
ESSEX COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY INC
$419.6K
1%
CITY OF BUFFALO
$225K
< 1%
FOUR FREEDOMS PARK CONSERVANCY INC
$150K
< 1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to NATURAL HERITAGE TRUST?
No. NATURAL HERITAGE TRUST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does NATURAL HERITAGE TRUST give?
NATURAL HERITAGE TRUST primarily gives to organizations located in New York and Texas. 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 NATURAL HERITAGE TRUST’s grants?
The largest share of grants from NATURAL HERITAGE TRUST fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $130 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does NATURAL HERITAGE TRUST make each year?
In 2025, NATURAL HERITAGE TRUST awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $3.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did NATURAL HERITAGE TRUST fund recently?
In 2025, NATURAL HERITAGE TRUST awarded grants to about 6 grantees. Recent grantees include ESSEX COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY INC, CITY OF BUFFALO, and FOUR FREEDOMS PARK CONSERVANCY INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to NATURAL HERITAGE TRUST?
NATURAL HERITAGE TRUST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.