CONSERVATION INNOVATION FUND
AI Summary
The Conservation Innovation Fund is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on grantmaking by invitation only, with a total of $1.9 million distributed among four grantees in the 2024 filing year. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals, emphasizing a relationship-based engagement model. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO INCREASE THE VELOCITY AND SCALE OF CONSERVATION EFFORTS IN THE UNITED STATES AND TO SUPPORT THE GROWING DEVELOPMENT OF THE CONSERVATION FINANCE SECTOR.
Cause Areas
1
Environment
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
STROUD WATER RESEARCH CENTER
Avondale, PA
$120.7K
6%
ECOSYSTEM SERVICES MARKET CONSORTIUM
THORNTON, CO
$96.6K
5%
ALLIANCE FOR THE CHESAPEAKE BAY INC
Annapolis, MD
$80.5K
4%
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Total No. of Grants
11
Median 1st year grant
$88.5K
Median 2nd year grant
N/A
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to CONSERVATION INNOVATION FUND?
No. CONSERVATION INNOVATION FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does CONSERVATION INNOVATION FUND give?
CONSERVATION INNOVATION FUND primarily gives to organizations located in Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Maryland. 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 CONSERVATION INNOVATION FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from CONSERVATION INNOVATION FUND fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $89 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does CONSERVATION INNOVATION FUND make each year?
In 2024, CONSERVATION INNOVATION FUND awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $1.9 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did CONSERVATION INNOVATION FUND fund recently?
In 2024, CONSERVATION INNOVATION FUND awarded grants to about 4 grantees. Recent grantees include STROUD WATER RESEARCH CENTER, ECOSYSTEM SERVICES MARKET CONSORTIUM, and ALLIANCE FOR THE CHESAPEAKE BAY INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to CONSERVATION INNOVATION FUND?
CONSERVATION INNOVATION FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.