PARKS CALIFORNIA
AI Summary
Parks California is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives within California, having awarded a total of $5.5 million to 122 grantees in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with Parks California can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO HELP STRENGTHEN PARKS.
Cause Areas
1
Forest preservation
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
SAVE THE REDWOODS LEAGUE
San Francisco, CA
$630.7K
6%
GOLDEN GATE NATIONAL PARKS CONSERVANCY
San Francisco, CA
$384.7K
4%
FERNANDENO TATAVIAM BAND OF MISSION INDIANS
San Fernando, CA
$320.2K
3%
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Total No. of Grants
83
Median 1st year grant
$28.8K
Median 2nd year grant
$29.1K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to PARKS CALIFORNIA?
No. PARKS CALIFORNIA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does PARKS CALIFORNIA give?
PARKS CALIFORNIA primarily gives to organizations located in California, District Of Columbia, and Michigan. 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 PARKS CALIFORNIA’s grants?
The largest share of grants from PARKS CALIFORNIA fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $29 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does PARKS CALIFORNIA make each year?
In 2024, PARKS CALIFORNIA awarded about 80 grants, totaling nearly $5.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did PARKS CALIFORNIA fund recently?
In 2024, PARKS CALIFORNIA awarded grants to about 120 grantees. Recent grantees include SAVE THE REDWOODS LEAGUE, GOLDEN GATE NATIONAL PARKS CONSERVANCY, and FERNANDENO TATAVIAM BAND OF MISSION INDIANS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to PARKS CALIFORNIA?
PARKS CALIFORNIA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.