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Est.

2014

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

Kiss the Ground is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives related to soil health and regenerative agriculture. In 2022, it distributed a total of $53.9K across four grantees, emphasizing a relationship-based approach to funding. The organization does not accept unsolicited proposals and grants are made by invitation only; nonprofits interested in engaging with Kiss the Ground can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

TO PROMOTE, RAISE AWARENESS AND EDUCATE ABOUT KEY ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES, INCLUDING SOIL HEALTH, GLOBAL WARMING, AND NUTRITION.
Total Funding Given
$53.9K
2022
Grantees funded
4
Multi-year grantees
75%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
3
Median 1st year grant
$258.8K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
E
Evan Harrison
Board Member
R
Ryland Engelhart
Board Member
D
David Lewis
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to KISS THE GROUND?
No. KISS THE GROUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does KISS THE GROUND give?
KISS THE GROUND primarily gives to organizations located in Minnesota, Virginia, and California. 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 KISS THE GROUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from KISS THE GROUND fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $259 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does KISS THE GROUND make each year?
In 2022, KISS THE GROUND awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $54 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did KISS THE GROUND fund recently?
In 2024, KISS THE GROUND awarded grants to about 4 grantees. Recent grantees include SOIL HEALTH ACADEMY, PROJECT BIOME INC, and REDFORD CENTER INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to KISS THE GROUND?
KISS THE GROUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.