American Forests
Washington, District of Columbia · EIN 530196544 · Private foundation
Based in Washington, District of Columbia, American Forests has awarded $25.2M across 315 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to Red Mtn Resource LLC. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What American Forests funds
American Forests's giving carries a documented focus on adult education, civil rights & social justice, community improvement, education, environment & conservation, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include indigenous, older adults, women girls, youth pop.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Mtn Resource LLC McNally vegetation control project; Francis Meadow and aspen restoration and conifer removal project; CCI_SQF and WINDY_SPA Project: plantin | Oakley, ID | $1.6M | 2024 |
| Greening of Detroit Detroit tree equity programs | Detroit, MI | $1.3M | 2023 |
| Red Mtn Resource LLC McNally vegetation control project; Francis Meadow and aspen restoration and conifer removal project; CCI_SQF and WINDY_SPA Project: plantin | Oakley, ID | $1.3M | 2023 |
How to apply for funding from American Forests
American Forests's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at americanforests.org.
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Frequently asked questions about American Forests
- Does American Forests accept grant applications?
- American Forests's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does American Forests fund?
- American Forests's grants focus on adult education. Example recipients include Red Mtn Resource LLC, Greening of Detroit. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does American Forests give in grants?
- American Forests's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $7.3M in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $25.2M over 315 grants.
- Where is American Forests located?
- American Forests is based in Washington, District of Columbia. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 530196544.
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