FRIENDS OF NACHUSA GRASSLANDS
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Friends of Nachusa Grasslands is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives in Illinois, having allocated a total of $100,000 in grants to two grantees in 2020. The organization operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE MISSION OF FRIENDS OF NACHUSA GRASSLANDS IS TO BUILD ENDOWMENTS THAT WILL HELP DEFRAY THE COST OF NATURAL AREAS OF MANAGEMENT, STAFF AND OPERATING EXPENSES; CONDUCT AND ENCOURAGE STEWARDSHIP; LAND PROTECTION ANDSUPPORT EDUCATION AND SCIENTIFIC ACTIVITY; AND FUND LAND ACQUISTION AT THE PRESERVE. OVER 96% OF INCOME IS EXPENDED ON ACHIEVING THOSE GOALS.
Cause Areas
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Natural resources
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE NATURE CONSERVANCY
$150K
60%
MIDDLE ROCK CONSERVATION PARTNERS
$100K
40%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to FRIENDS OF NACHUSA GRASSLANDS?
No. FRIENDS OF NACHUSA GRASSLANDS does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does FRIENDS OF NACHUSA GRASSLANDS give?
FRIENDS OF NACHUSA GRASSLANDS primarily gives to organizations located in 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 FRIENDS OF NACHUSA GRASSLANDS’s grants?
The largest share of grants from FRIENDS OF NACHUSA GRASSLANDS fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $125 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does FRIENDS OF NACHUSA GRASSLANDS make each year?
In 2020, FRIENDS OF NACHUSA GRASSLANDS awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $100 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did FRIENDS OF NACHUSA GRASSLANDS fund recently?
In 2025, FRIENDS OF NACHUSA GRASSLANDS awarded grants to about 2 grantees. Recent grantees include THE NATURE CONSERVANCY and MIDDLE ROCK CONSERVATION PARTNERS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to FRIENDS OF NACHUSA GRASSLANDS?
FRIENDS OF NACHUSA GRASSLANDS does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.