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The KOHLER TRUST FOR CLEAN WATER is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that prioritizes relationship-based funding, providing grants exclusively by invitation and not accepting unsolicited proposals. In 2025, the trust awarded a total of $5.5 million across three grantees, primarily focusing on Wisconsin, Virginia, and South Carolina. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the trust may explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO PROVIDE SUPPORT AND ASSISTANCE TO A CLASS OF PUBLIC CHARITIES THAT HAVE AS THEIR CHARITABLE PURPOSES IMPROVING WATER QUALITY, SANITATION OR SUSTAINABILITY OF WATER SUPPLY.
Cause Areas
2
Sanitation
Environment
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE NATURE CONSERVANCY
$2.6M
26%
WATER MISSIONS INTERNATIONAL
$2.4M
24%
GLOBAL WATER CHALLENGE
$1M
10%
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Total No. of Grants
4
Median 1st year grant
$105K
Median 2nd year grant
$70.6K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to KOHLER TRUST FOR CLEAN WATER?
No. KOHLER TRUST FOR CLEAN WATER does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does KOHLER TRUST FOR CLEAN WATER give?
KOHLER TRUST FOR CLEAN WATER primarily gives to organizations located in Wisconsin, Virginia, and South Carolina. 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 KOHLER TRUST FOR CLEAN WATER’s grants?
The largest share of grants from KOHLER TRUST FOR CLEAN WATER fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $105 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does KOHLER TRUST FOR CLEAN WATER make each year?
In 2025, KOHLER TRUST FOR CLEAN WATER awarded about 4 grants, totaling nearly $5.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did KOHLER TRUST FOR CLEAN WATER fund recently?
In 2025, KOHLER TRUST FOR CLEAN WATER awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include THE NATURE CONSERVANCY, WATER MISSIONS INTERNATIONAL, and GLOBAL WATER CHALLENGE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to KOHLER TRUST FOR CLEAN WATER?
KOHLER TRUST FOR CLEAN WATER does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.