FLORA L THORNTON FOUNDATION
San Francisco, CA, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
95-3855595
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
AI Summary
The FLORA L THORNTON FOUNDATION is a 501(c)3 organization that is currently open for unsolicited proposals, having distributed a total of $2.2 million across 129 grantees in 2024. This foundation focuses on supporting various initiatives within the foundations cause area. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the 'How to Apply' section of the current profile page to assess their fit for funding opportunities.
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Cause Areas
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

GREATER LOS ANGELES ZOO ASSOCIATION
LOS ANGELES, CA
$647K
4%

ENVIRONMENTAL DEFENSE FUND INCORPORATED
New York, NY
$595K
3%

RARE
ARLINGTON, VA
$565K
3%
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Total No. of Grants
67
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$25K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to FLORA L THORNTON FOUNDATION?
Yes. FLORA L THORNTON FOUNDATION accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does FLORA L THORNTON FOUNDATION give?
FLORA L THORNTON FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California, New York, 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 FLORA L THORNTON FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from FLORA L THORNTON FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does FLORA L THORNTON FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, FLORA L THORNTON FOUNDATION awarded about 70 grants, totaling nearly $2.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did FLORA L THORNTON FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, FLORA L THORNTON FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 130 grantees. Recent grantees include GREATER LOS ANGELES ZOO ASSOCIATION, ENVIRONMENTAL DEFENSE FUND INCORPORATED, and RARE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to FLORA L THORNTON FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.
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