REGIONAL PARKS FOUNDATION

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The Regional Parks Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses its grantmaking primarily in California and Illinois, having paid a total of $2.5 million across four grantees in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE REGIONAL PARKS FOUNDATION ENCOURAGES PRIVATE CONTRIBUTIONS IN SUPPORT OF THE EAST BAY REGIONAL PARK DISTRICT.
Cause Areas
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Parks
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
EAST BAY REGIONAL PARK DISTRICT
$16.6M
92%
National Council of YMCAs of the USA
$818.2K
5%
UNITED CAMPS CONFERENCES AND RETREATS INC
$333.9K
2%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to REGIONAL PARKS FOUNDATION?
No. REGIONAL PARKS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does REGIONAL PARKS FOUNDATION give?
REGIONAL PARKS FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California and Illinois. 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 REGIONAL PARKS FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from REGIONAL PARKS FOUNDATION fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $83 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does REGIONAL PARKS FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, REGIONAL PARKS FOUNDATION awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $2.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did REGIONAL PARKS FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, REGIONAL PARKS FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 4 grantees. Recent grantees include EAST BAY REGIONAL PARK DISTRICT, National Council of YMCAs of the USA, and UNITED CAMPS CONFERENCES AND RETREATS INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to REGIONAL PARKS FOUNDATION?
REGIONAL PARKS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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