Taproot Earth
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Taproot Earth is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach. In 2023, it awarded a total of $6 million across 19 grantees, but does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with Taproot Earth can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
Taproot Earth works with communities to support strategies around the use of water, energy and land.
Cause Areas
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Southern Sector Rising
$1.2M
18%
COMMUNITY JUSTICE PROJECT INC
$1M
15%
GASPINC
$1M
15%
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Total No. of Grants
10
Median 1st year grant
$83.3K
Median 2nd year grant
$1.1M
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Taproot Earth?
No. Taproot Earth does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Taproot Earth give?
Taproot Earth primarily gives to organizations located in Texas, California, and Mississippi. 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 Taproot Earth’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Taproot Earth fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $83 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Taproot Earth make each year?
In 2023, Taproot Earth awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Taproot Earth fund recently?
In 2024, Taproot Earth awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include Southern Sector Rising, COMMUNITY JUSTICE PROJECT INC, and GASPINC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Taproot Earth?
Taproot Earth does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.