CALIFORNIA DAIRY RESEARCH FDN
AI Summary
The California Dairy Research Foundation (CDRF) is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting the dairy industry through strategic funding initiatives. In 2024, CDRF awarded a total of $3.9 million across six grantees, operating on a relationship-based engagement model that does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in potential collaboration can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO PROMOTE AND DEVELOPE ACTIVITIES THAT BENEFIT CALIFORNIA'S DAIRY PRODUCERS, PROCESSORS AND CONSUMORS
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA
DAVIS, CA
$6.9M
47%
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA SAN FRANCISCO
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
$3.2M
22%
DAIRY CARES
Visalia, CA
$2.3M
16%
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Total No. of Grants
5
Median 1st year grant
$161K
Median 2nd year grant
$531.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to CALIFORNIA DAIRY RESEARCH FDN?
No. CALIFORNIA DAIRY RESEARCH FDN does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does CALIFORNIA DAIRY RESEARCH FDN give?
CALIFORNIA DAIRY RESEARCH FDN primarily gives to organizations located in California, Minnesota, and Illinois. 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 CALIFORNIA DAIRY RESEARCH FDN’s grants?
The largest share of grants from CALIFORNIA DAIRY RESEARCH FDN fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $161 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does CALIFORNIA DAIRY RESEARCH FDN make each year?
In 2024, CALIFORNIA DAIRY RESEARCH FDN awarded about 5 grants, totaling nearly $3.9 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did CALIFORNIA DAIRY RESEARCH FDN fund recently?
In 2024, CALIFORNIA DAIRY RESEARCH FDN awarded grants to about 6 grantees. Recent grantees include REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA SAN FRANCISCO, and DAIRY CARES. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to CALIFORNIA DAIRY RESEARCH FDN?
CALIFORNIA DAIRY RESEARCH FDN does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.