California Institute for Biodiversity
AI Summary
The California Institute for Biodiversity is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives within California. With a total of $6.7 million in grants paid to 27 grantees in 2024, the organization operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the institute can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
Create and publish educational materials, conduct professional development, promote awareness, and sponsor research on the spectacular biological diversity of the State of CA.
Cause Areas
1
Elementary and secondary education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
CALIFORNIA ACADEMY OF SCIENCES
San Francisco, CA
$2.6M
28%
LOS ANGELES COUNTY MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY FOUNDATION
LOS ANGELES, CA
$1.1M
11%
FUNGAL DIVERSITY SURVEY INC
Kalamazoo, MI
$801.6K
8%
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Total No. of Grants
31
Median 1st year grant
$72.3K
Median 2nd year grant
$345.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to California Institute for Biodiversity?
No. California Institute for Biodiversity does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does California Institute for Biodiversity give?
California Institute for Biodiversity primarily gives to organizations located in California, Michigan, and Indiana. 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 California Institute for Biodiversity’s grants?
The largest share of grants from California Institute for Biodiversity fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $72 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does California Institute for Biodiversity make each year?
In 2024, California Institute for Biodiversity awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $6.7 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did California Institute for Biodiversity fund recently?
In 2024, California Institute for Biodiversity awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include CALIFORNIA ACADEMY OF SCIENCES, LOS ANGELES COUNTY MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY FOUNDATION, and FUNGAL DIVERSITY SURVEY INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to California Institute for Biodiversity?
California Institute for Biodiversity does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.