NATURAL REFRIGERATION FOUNDATION
AI Summary
The Natural Refrigeration Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives within the refrigeration industry. In 2022, it awarded a total of $85,000 in grants to a single grantee, operating on a relationship-based, invitation-only model. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals; however, nonprofits interested in engaging with them can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE NATURAL REFRIGERATION FOUNDATION PROMOTES THE CLIMATE-POSITIVE, SAFE, RELIABLE, AND EFFICIENT USE OF THE MOST EARTH-FRIENDLY NATURAL REFRIGERANTS THROUGH RESEARCH AND SCHOLARSHIPS TO DEVELOP INDUSTRY TALENT, ACADEMIC ALLIANCES, AND OUTREACH.
Cause Areas
2
Education
Scholarships & Financial Aid
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
US Chamber of Commerce Foundation
Washington, DC
$50K
10%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to NATURAL REFRIGERATION FOUNDATION?
No. NATURAL REFRIGERATION FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does NATURAL REFRIGERATION FOUNDATION give?
NATURAL REFRIGERATION FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Maryland, California, and Maine. 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 REFRIGERATION FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from NATURAL REFRIGERATION FOUNDATION fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does NATURAL REFRIGERATION FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2022, NATURAL REFRIGERATION FOUNDATION awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $85 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did NATURAL REFRIGERATION FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, NATURAL REFRIGERATION FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include US Chamber of Commerce Foundation. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to NATURAL REFRIGERATION FOUNDATION?
NATURAL REFRIGERATION FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.