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The Woods Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on crime prevention and forest preservation. In 2024, the foundation disbursed a total of $769.3K across 59 grantees and is currently open for unsolicited proposals. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the 'How to Apply' section of the current profile page to assess their fit for funding opportunities.
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Cause Areas
2
Forest preservation
Crime prevention
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE INC
Lincoln, IL
$1.8M
18%
LINCOLN UNIVERSITY
Lincoln University, PA
$1.1M
11%

LINCOLN CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY
Lincoln, IL
$740K
7%
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Total No. of Grants
29
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE WOODS FOUNDATION?
Yes. THE WOODS FOUNDATION accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does THE WOODS FOUNDATION give?
THE WOODS FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, Tennessee, and Pennsylvania. 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 THE WOODS FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE WOODS FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE WOODS FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE WOODS FOUNDATION awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $769 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE WOODS FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE WOODS FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 60 grantees. Recent grantees include ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE INC, LINCOLN UNIVERSITY, and LINCOLN CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE WOODS FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.
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