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The Berkshire Hathaway Energy Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that is currently open for unsolicited proposals. In the filing year 2024, the foundation allocated a total of $3.6 million across 71 grantees, focusing on various foundation-related initiatives. 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
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

OMAHA ZOO FOUNDATION
Omaha, NE
$2.1M
11%
CENTER FOR ENERGY WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
Washington, DC
$799K
4%
HORATIO ALGER ASSN OF DISTINGUISHED AMERICANS INC
Alexandria, VA
$263.9K
1%
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Total No. of Grants
1
Median 1st year grant
$15K
Median 2nd year grant
$50K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Berkshire Hathaway Energy Foundation?
Yes. Berkshire Hathaway Energy Foundation accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does Berkshire Hathaway Energy Foundation give?
Berkshire Hathaway Energy Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Iowa, Nebraska, and District Of Columbia. 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 Berkshire Hathaway Energy Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Berkshire Hathaway Energy Foundation fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $15 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Berkshire Hathaway Energy Foundation make each year?
In 2024, Berkshire Hathaway Energy Foundation awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $3.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Berkshire Hathaway Energy Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, Berkshire Hathaway Energy Foundation awarded grants to about 70 grantees. Recent grantees include OMAHA ZOO FOUNDATION, CENTER FOR ENERGY WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT, and HORATIO ALGER ASSN OF DISTINGUISHED AMERICANS INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Berkshire Hathaway Energy Foundation?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.
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