NATUREBRIDGE
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NATUREBRIDGE is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in California, Washington, and the District of Columbia. With a total of $794.2K in grants paid in 2023 to 75 grantees, NATUREBRIDGE operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
PROVIDE OUTDOOR EDUCATION PROGRAMS AT FOUR NATIONAL PARKS.
Cause Areas
1
Environmental education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE LELAND STANFORD JUNIOR UNIVERSITY
$320.3K
5%
ENVIRONMENTAL CHARTER SCHOOLS
$215.3K
3%
BDC A PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL INC
$144.5K
2%
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Total No. of Grants
76
Median 1st year grant
$7K
Median 2nd year grant
$8.1K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to NATUREBRIDGE?
No. NATUREBRIDGE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does NATUREBRIDGE give?
NATUREBRIDGE primarily gives to organizations located in California, District Of Columbia, and Washington. 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 NATUREBRIDGE’s grants?
The largest share of grants from NATUREBRIDGE fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $7,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does NATUREBRIDGE make each year?
In 2023, NATUREBRIDGE awarded about 80 grants, totaling nearly $794 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did NATUREBRIDGE fund recently?
In 2024, NATUREBRIDGE awarded grants to about 80 grantees. Recent grantees include THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE LELAND STANFORD JUNIOR UNIVERSITY, ENVIRONMENTAL CHARTER SCHOOLS, and BDC A PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to NATUREBRIDGE?
NATUREBRIDGE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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