AFRICAN PARKS FOUNDATION OF AMERICA
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The African Parks Foundation of America is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses its grantmaking efforts primarily in Virginia, having disbursed a total of $290K across three grantees in 2024. This foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are awarded by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE AFRICAN PARKS FOUNDATION OF AMERICA SEEKS TO HELP CONSERVE AFRICA'S NATIONAL PARKS FOR CURRENT AND FUTURE GENERATIONS. IT DOES SO BY SUPPORTING EFFORTS TO IMPROVE THE LONG-TERM MANAGEMENT OF THESE GLOBALLY SIGNIFICANT AREAS, INCLUDING ENHANCING THE LIVES OF LOCAL PEOPLE. ITS SUPPORT PRIMARILY TAKES THE FORM OF FINANCIAL AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE SOLICITED FROM A VARIETY OF SOURCES IN THE U.S., INCLUDING GOVERNMENT AGENCIES, PRIVATE FOUNDATIONS, UNIVERSITIES, ZOOS, NON-GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS AND OTHERS. MORE BROADLY, IT ALSO AIMS TO EDUCATE U.S. AUDIENCES ABOUT THE IMPORTANCE OF CONSERVING AFRICAN WILDLIFE AND THE HABITATS WITHIN WHICH THEY LIVE.
Cause Areas
4
Zoos
Foundations
Parks
Sports and recreation
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
RAINFOREST TRUST
$870K
97%
INTERNATIONAL CONSERVATION CAUCUS FOUNDATION
$12.5K
1%
International Conservation Caucus Network
$10K
1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to AFRICAN PARKS FOUNDATION OF AMERICA?
No. AFRICAN PARKS FOUNDATION OF AMERICA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does AFRICAN PARKS FOUNDATION OF AMERICA give?
AFRICAN PARKS FOUNDATION OF AMERICA primarily gives to organizations located in Virginia. 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 AFRICAN PARKS FOUNDATION OF AMERICA’s grants?
The largest share of grants from AFRICAN PARKS FOUNDATION OF AMERICA fall in the $250 thousand to $500 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $13 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does AFRICAN PARKS FOUNDATION OF AMERICA make each year?
In 2024, AFRICAN PARKS FOUNDATION OF AMERICA awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $290 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did AFRICAN PARKS FOUNDATION OF AMERICA fund recently?
In 2024, AFRICAN PARKS FOUNDATION OF AMERICA awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include RAINFOREST TRUST, INTERNATIONAL CONSERVATION CAUCUS FOUNDATION, and International Conservation Caucus Network. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to AFRICAN PARKS FOUNDATION OF AMERICA?
AFRICAN PARKS FOUNDATION OF AMERICA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.