NIA TERO FOUNDATION
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The NIA TERO FOUNDATION is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that does not accept unsolicited proposals, operating on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. In 2024, the foundation awarded a total of $4 million across 92 grantees, with significant funding directed to Virginia, California, and New York. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO SECURE INDIGENOUS GUARDIANSHIP OF VITAL ECOSYSTEMS.
Cause Areas
3
Guardianship
Agriculture
Natural resources
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

CONSERVATION INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION
$4.8M
23%

AMAZON FRONTLINES
$1.7M
8%
RUDOLPH STEINER BENEVOLENT FOUNDATION
$1.6M
8%
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Total No. of Grants
25
Median 1st year grant
$25K
Median 2nd year grant
$25K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to NIA TERO FOUNDATION?
No. NIA TERO FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does NIA TERO FOUNDATION give?
NIA TERO FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Virginia, California, and New York. 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 NIA TERO FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from NIA TERO FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does NIA TERO FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, NIA TERO FOUNDATION awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did NIA TERO FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, NIA TERO FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 90 grantees. Recent grantees include CONSERVATION INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION, AMAZON FRONTLINES, and RUDOLPH STEINER BENEVOLENT FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to NIA TERO FOUNDATION?
NIA TERO FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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