THE ALPACA RESEARCH FOUNDATION
AI Summary
The Alpaca Research Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on supporting initiatives related to alpaca research and welfare. With a total of $24.6K in grants paid to 12 grantees in 2025, the foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants exclusively by invitation. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE MISSION OF THE ALPACA RESEARCH FOUNDATION IS TO ENCOURAGE AND SUPPORT SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH WHICH BENEFITS THE NORTH AMERICAN ALPACA INDUSTRY, PRIMARILY IN THE AREAS OF ALPACA HEALTH, HUSBANDRY, GENETICS, AND FIBER.
Cause Areas
3
Health
Genetics
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY
Columbus, OH
$50.3K
16%
UNIVERSITY OF SASKATCHEWAN
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
$36.8K
12%
REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
Bagley, MN
$22.5K
7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE ALPACA RESEARCH FOUNDATION?
No. THE ALPACA RESEARCH FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE ALPACA RESEARCH FOUNDATION give?
THE ALPACA RESEARCH FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Texas, Minnesota, and Tennessee. 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 THE ALPACA RESEARCH FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE ALPACA 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 THE ALPACA RESEARCH FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2025, THE ALPACA RESEARCH FOUNDATION awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $25 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE ALPACA RESEARCH FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, THE ALPACA RESEARCH FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY, UNIVERSITY OF SASKATCHEWAN, and REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE ALPACA RESEARCH FOUNDATION?
THE ALPACA RESEARCH FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.