THE SAND COUNTY FOUNDATION INC
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The Sand County Foundation Inc is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Maryland, Illinois, and Colorado, with a total of $5.8 million in grants paid in 2024 to 19 grantees. This foundation 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
INSPIRE AND ENABLE PRIVATE LANDOWNERS TO ETHICALLY MANAGE NATURAL RESOURCES IN THEIR CARE.
Cause Areas
2
Environment
Natural resources
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY INNOVATION CENTER
$6.5M
78%
ALLIANCE FOR THE GREAT LAKES
$230K
3%
RIVER NETWORK
$150K
2%
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Total No. of Grants
13
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$5.6M
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE SAND COUNTY FOUNDATION INC?
No. THE SAND COUNTY FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE SAND COUNTY FOUNDATION INC give?
THE SAND COUNTY FOUNDATION INC primarily gives to organizations located in Maryland, Illinois, and Colorado. 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 SAND COUNTY FOUNDATION INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE SAND COUNTY FOUNDATION INC 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 SAND COUNTY FOUNDATION INC make each year?
In 2024, THE SAND COUNTY FOUNDATION INC awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $5.8 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE SAND COUNTY FOUNDATION INC fund recently?
In 2024, THE SAND COUNTY FOUNDATION INC awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY INNOVATION CENTER, ALLIANCE FOR THE GREAT LAKES, and RIVER NETWORK. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE SAND COUNTY FOUNDATION INC?
THE SAND COUNTY FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.