Grid Alternatives
Oakland, California · EIN 260043353 · Private foundation
Grid Alternatives is a California-based grantmaker. Its indexed 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $1.6M in annual giving against $30.3M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 101 grants for Grid Alternatives. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.
What Grid Alternatives funds
Grid Alternatives's giving carries a documented focus on environment & conservation, health care, higher education, housing & homelessness.
Populations it has supported include indigenous.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spokane Indian Housing Authority TO PROVIDE RENEWABLE ENERGY | Wellpinit, WA | $498K | 2018 |
| Tanana Chiefs Conference TRIBAL FUND ACCELERATOR FUND AWARD | Fairbanks, AK | $294K | 2020 |
| Toiyabe Indian Health Project Inc SOLAR PROJECT | Bishop, CA | $250K | 2024 |
How to apply for funding from Grid Alternatives
Grid Alternatives'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 gridalternatives.org.
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Frequently asked questions about Grid Alternatives
- Does Grid Alternatives accept grant applications?
- Grid Alternatives'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 Grid Alternatives fund?
- Grid Alternatives's grants focus on environment & conservation. Example recipients include Spokane Indian Housing Authority, Tanana Chiefs Conference, Toiyabe Indian Health Project Inc. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Grid Alternatives give in grants?
- Grid Alternatives reported $1.6M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $14.4M over 101 grants.
- Where is Grid Alternatives located?
- Grid Alternatives is based in Oakland, California. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 260043353.
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