IFTA RESEARCH FOUNDATION
AI Summary
The IFTA Research Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based engagement model, making grants by invitation only. With a total of $19K awarded to four grantees in 2025, the foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
IFTA research foundation supports the international fruit tree association's mission to promote the understanding of nature and use of intensive orchard systems through the funding of research projects.
Cause Areas
1
Environmental education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY
$172K
59%
MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
East Lansing, MI
$46K
16%
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION
Pullman, WA
$11K
4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to IFTA RESEARCH FOUNDATION?
No. IFTA RESEARCH FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does IFTA RESEARCH FOUNDATION give?
IFTA RESEARCH FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in New York, Michigan, and Washington. 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 IFTA RESEARCH FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from IFTA RESEARCH FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $11 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does IFTA RESEARCH FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2025, IFTA RESEARCH FOUNDATION awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $19 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did IFTA RESEARCH FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, IFTA RESEARCH FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 4 grantees. Recent grantees include Cornell University, MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY, and WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to IFTA RESEARCH FOUNDATION?
IFTA RESEARCH FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.