THE ENERGY FOUNDATION
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The Energy Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives related to energy efficiency and renewable energy. In 2024, it paid out a total of $3.2 million across 570 grantees, but it does not accept unsolicited proposals; funding opportunities are available strictly through invitation and relationship-based engagement. Nonprofits interested in connecting with The Energy Foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO ACHIEVE GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS NEUTRALITY, WORLD-CLASS AIR QUALITY, AND GREEN GROWTH.
Cause Areas
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Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
NATURAL RESOURCES DEFENSE COUNCIL INC
$11.4M
4%
The Partnership Project Inc
$9.3M
3%
REGULATORY ASSISTANCE PROJECT
$9.3M
3%
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Total No. of Grants
14
Median 1st year grant
$65K
Median 2nd year grant
$100K
Top 3 Grants
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE ENERGY FOUNDATION?
No. THE ENERGY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE ENERGY FOUNDATION give?
THE ENERGY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California, District Of Columbia, 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 THE ENERGY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE ENERGY FOUNDATION fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $65 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE ENERGY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE ENERGY FOUNDATION awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $3.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE ENERGY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE ENERGY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 570 grantees. Recent grantees include NATURAL RESOURCES DEFENSE COUNCIL INC, The Partnership Project Inc, and REGULATORY ASSISTANCE PROJECT. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE ENERGY FOUNDATION?
THE ENERGY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.