WALKING SOFTER
Jackson, WY, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
85-3237904
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Private Operating Foundation
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
Jackson, WY, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
85-3237904
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Private Operating Foundation
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
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Walking Softer is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily in California, having granted a total of $6.2K to three grantees in 2023. This funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with Walking Softer can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
WALTER MUNK FOUNDATION FOR THE OCEANS
$3K
48%
THE SURFRIDER FOUNDATION
$2K
32%
PHILANTHROPIC VENTURES FOUNDATION
$1.3K
20%
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Total No. of Grants
3
Median 1st year grant
$2K
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 WALKING SOFTER?
No. WALKING SOFTER does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does WALKING SOFTER give?
WALKING SOFTER primarily gives to organizations located in California. 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 WALKING SOFTER’s grants?
The largest share of grants from WALKING SOFTER fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $2,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does WALKING SOFTER make each year?
In 2023, WALKING SOFTER awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $6,250. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did WALKING SOFTER fund recently?
In 2024, WALKING SOFTER awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include WALTER MUNK FOUNDATION FOR THE OCEANS, THE SURFRIDER FOUNDATION, and PHILANTHROPIC VENTURES FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to WALKING SOFTER?
WALKING SOFTER does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.