These foundations have a track record of funding environment work in Texas, based on IRS 990 grant data. Use the list below to find funders aligned with your mission, then sign up free to see how well your nonprofit fits each one.
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Live programs funding environment in Texas that your nonprofit can apply to now.
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Vision research infrastructureOphthalmology departmentsCapacity building
Who can apply: Department of Ophthalmology; intended for newly emerging eye research programs and recently appointed department chairs at non-grantee ophthalmology departments at university-connected medical schools.
nature conservancywildlife conservationland preservation+3 more
Who can apply: Applicant must be a charitable organization described in Section 501(c)(3) and 509(a)(1), 509(a)(2), or 509(a)(3). The foundation funds organizations that preserve, care for, and benefit wildlife and the world's natural resources. It gives highest priority to direct conservation and science-based conservation activities. Wildlife rehabilitation not focused on threatened or endangered species will not be funded, and organizations whose primary focus is advocacy or litigation are not funded.
climate and energytoxics and wasteclean water+4 more
Who can apply: Only organizations with 501(c)(3) status or a fiscal sponsor may submit inquiries. The committee does not consider capital projects, easements, local watersheds/conservancies/land trusts, direct legislative lobbying, or international NGOs.
Who can apply: IRS tax-exempt status (IRS exemption letter), most recent Form 990, most recent audited financial statements, list of board of directors, major donor report (review of financial support from other foundations/donors for past three years). Grants typically are not made to an organization more than once every three to four years; one-year waiting period between grant submissions.
Carrying CapacityLocal EnvironmentLocal Community+5 more
Who can apply: For projects not previously funded by Colcom Foundation. LOIs are accepted on a rolling basis; approved LOIs receive an invitation to submit a full Grant Application. Grant applications require a recent 990, recent audited financials or equivalent, itemized project budget, and KPI table.
ConservationClimate change solutionsSustainability+3 more
Who can apply: Organizations must be 501(c)(3) nonprofits. Applicants may apply once per year; organizations receiving a grant must wait until the same cycle the following year. Required submission of a Required Information Sheet (RIS) including executive summary (up to 2 pages), 501(c)(3) determination, board and budget information, and optional supporting materials. Prior-year grantees must submit a Final Evaluation Form.
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