ECOLOGY CENTER
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The Ecology Center is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in California, having paid out a total of $10.6 million in grants to 51 grantees in the 2024 filing year. This funder operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the Ecology Center can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE ECOLOGY CENTER'S MISSION IS TO INSPIRE AND BUILD A SUSTAINABLE AND JUST FUTURE FOR THE EAST BAY, CALIFORNIA, AND BEYOND.
Cause Areas
1
Natural resources
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
HEART OF THE CITY FARMERS MARKET
$7.2M
18%
PACIFIC COAST FARMERS MARKET ASSOCIATION
$7.1M
17%
HUNGER ACTION LOS ANGELES INC
$3.8M
9%
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Total No. of Grants
50
Median 1st year grant
$12K
Median 2nd year grant
$23.1K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to ECOLOGY CENTER?
No. ECOLOGY CENTER does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does ECOLOGY CENTER give?
ECOLOGY CENTER primarily gives to organizations located in California and New York. 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 ECOLOGY CENTER’s grants?
The largest share of grants from ECOLOGY CENTER fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $12 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does ECOLOGY CENTER make each year?
In 2024, ECOLOGY CENTER awarded about 50 grants, totaling nearly $10.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did ECOLOGY CENTER fund recently?
In 2024, ECOLOGY CENTER awarded grants to about 50 grantees. Recent grantees include HEART OF THE CITY FARMERS MARKET, PACIFIC COAST FARMERS MARKET ASSOCIATION, and HUNGER ACTION LOS ANGELES INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to ECOLOGY CENTER?
ECOLOGY CENTER does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.