ARBORETUM FOUNDATION
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The Arboretum Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that primarily funds initiatives in Washington and Virginia, with a total of $1.6 million in grants paid in 2024. This foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals; instead, it engages in a relationship-based, invitation-only grantmaking process. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the Arboretum Foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO PROMOTE, PROTECT, AND ENHANCE THE WASHINGTON PARK ARBORETUM FOR CURRENT AND FUTURE GENERATIONS.
Cause Areas
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON FOUNDATION C/O UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
$3.5M
41%
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
$1.3M
15%
THE STUDENT CONSERVATION ASSOCIATION INC
$15K
< 1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to ARBORETUM FOUNDATION?
No. ARBORETUM FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does ARBORETUM FOUNDATION give?
ARBORETUM FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Washington and Virginia. 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 ARBORETUM FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from ARBORETUM FOUNDATION fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $176 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does ARBORETUM FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, ARBORETUM FOUNDATION awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $1.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did ARBORETUM FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, ARBORETUM FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 4 grantees. Recent grantees include UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON FOUNDATION C/O UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON, UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON, and THE STUDENT CONSERVATION ASSOCIATION INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to ARBORETUM FOUNDATION?
ARBORETUM FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.