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EARTHSCOPE CONSORTIUM

EARTHSCOPE CONSORTIUM

Washington, DC, US
501(c)3
EIN
52-1362650
Research Institutes & Public Policy Analysis
Regional Funder
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EARTHSCOPE CONSORTIUM

Washington, DC, US
501(c)3
EIN
52-1362650
Research Institutes & Public Policy Analysis
Regional Funder

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Est.

1984

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

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The EarthScope Consortium is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses its funding primarily in Illinois, New Mexico, and Alaska. It operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the Consortium can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

EARTHSCOPE'S MISSION IS TO ADVANCE HUMAN UNDERSTANDING OF THE EARTH AND ITS PHYSICAL SYSTEMS BY DEMOCRATIZING ACCESS TO GEOPHYSICAL OBSERVATIONS AND PRACTICES.
Total Funding Given

$8.3M

2023
Grantees funded
18
Multi-year grantees
72%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

16

Median 1st year grant
$30.7K
Median 2nd year grant
$105.7K
W
Woodward Robert
Board Member
L
Lara Wagner
Board Member
P
Phil Wannamaker
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to EARTHSCOPE CONSORTIUM?
No. EARTHSCOPE CONSORTIUM does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does EARTHSCOPE CONSORTIUM give?
EARTHSCOPE CONSORTIUM primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, New Mexico, and Alaska. 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 EARTHSCOPE CONSORTIUM’s grants?
The largest share of grants from EARTHSCOPE CONSORTIUM fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $31 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does EARTHSCOPE CONSORTIUM make each year?
In 2023, EARTHSCOPE CONSORTIUM awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $8.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did EARTHSCOPE CONSORTIUM fund recently?
In 2024, EARTHSCOPE CONSORTIUM awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT SAN DIEGO, NEW MEXICO INSTITUTE OF MINING & TECHNOLOGY, and WOODS HOLE OCEANOGRAPHIC INSTITUTION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to EARTHSCOPE CONSORTIUM?
EARTHSCOPE CONSORTIUM does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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