BONNEVILLE ENVIRONMENTAL FOUNDATION
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The Bonneville Environmental Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily in California, Arizona, and Virginia, with a total of $19.3 million awarded to 159 grantees in 2025. This foundation operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO EMPOWER CORPORATIONS, UTILITIES, AND THE PUBLIC TO PLAY THE LEADING ROLE IN CREATING A FUTURE WITH A STABLE CLIMATE; HEALTHY WATERSHEDS, AND RENEWABLE ENERGY.
Cause Areas
5
Environment
Health
Renewable energy
Water pollution
Pollution abatement
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
TROUT UNLIMITED INC
$4.8M
9%
NEW VENTURE FUND
$3.2M
6%
THE NATURE CONSERVANCY
$2.6M
5%
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Total No. of Grants
42
Median 1st year grant
$30K
Median 2nd year grant
$30K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to BONNEVILLE ENVIRONMENTAL FOUNDATION?
No. BONNEVILLE ENVIRONMENTAL FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does BONNEVILLE ENVIRONMENTAL FOUNDATION give?
BONNEVILLE ENVIRONMENTAL FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California, Arizona, 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 BONNEVILLE ENVIRONMENTAL FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from BONNEVILLE ENVIRONMENTAL FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $30 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does BONNEVILLE ENVIRONMENTAL FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2025, BONNEVILLE ENVIRONMENTAL FOUNDATION awarded about 40 grants, totaling nearly $19.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did BONNEVILLE ENVIRONMENTAL FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, BONNEVILLE ENVIRONMENTAL FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 160 grantees. Recent grantees include TROUT UNLIMITED INC, NEW VENTURE FUND, and THE NATURE CONSERVANCY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to BONNEVILLE ENVIRONMENTAL FOUNDATION?
BONNEVILLE ENVIRONMENTAL FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.