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The FRIENDS OF THE ZOO OF KANSAS CITY FOUNDATION is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that engages in relationship-based funding, making grants by invitation only and not accepting unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation paid a total of $967.4K in grants, primarily focusing on initiatives that align with its mission. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE FOUNDATION SHALL FURTHER EDUCATIONAL AND CULTURAL PROGRAMS RELATING TO ZOOLOGICAL ACTIVITIES, ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN ZOOLOGICAL FACILITIES, PROVIDE FOR THE ACQUISITION AND CARE OF SPECIES FOR DISPLAY AND STUDY, AND ENGAGE IN COLLATERAL ACTIVITIES CONSISTENT WITH SUCH PROGRAMS IN THE KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI AREA.
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Funding Share

FRIENDS OF THE ZOO INC OF KANSAS CITY MISSOURI C/O LINDA FALK
$28M
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to FRIENDS OF THE ZOO OF KANSAS CITY FOUNDATION?
No. FRIENDS OF THE ZOO OF KANSAS CITY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does FRIENDS OF THE ZOO OF KANSAS CITY FOUNDATION give?
FRIENDS OF THE ZOO OF KANSAS CITY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Missouri. 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 FRIENDS OF THE ZOO OF KANSAS CITY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from FRIENDS OF THE ZOO OF KANSAS CITY FOUNDATION fall in the $500 thousand to $1 million range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does FRIENDS OF THE ZOO OF KANSAS CITY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, FRIENDS OF THE ZOO OF KANSAS CITY FOUNDATION awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $967 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did FRIENDS OF THE ZOO OF KANSAS CITY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, FRIENDS OF THE ZOO OF KANSAS CITY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include FRIENDS OF THE ZOO INC OF KANSAS CITY MISSOURI C/O LINDA FALK. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to FRIENDS OF THE ZOO OF KANSAS CITY FOUNDATION?
FRIENDS OF THE ZOO OF KANSAS CITY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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