Rails to Trails Conservancy
Washington, District of Columbia · EIN 521437006 · Private foundation
Based in Washington, District of Columbia, Rails to Trails Conservancy has awarded $4.6M across 181 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2025. Its largest grant on record went to City of Brownsville. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What Rails to Trails Conservancy funds
Rails to Trails Conservancy's giving carries a documented focus on community improvement.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| City of Brownsville TRAIL CONSTRUCTION | Brownsville, TX | $1.4M | 2020 |
| New Jersey Bike Walk Coalition TRAIL DEVELOPMENT | Montclair, NJ | $180K | 2025 |
| New Jersey Bike Walk Coalition TRAIL DEVELOPMENT | Montclair, NJ | $180K | 2024 |
How to apply for funding from Rails to Trails Conservancy
Rails to Trails Conservancy'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 railstotrails.org.
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Frequently asked questions about Rails to Trails Conservancy
- Does Rails to Trails Conservancy accept grant applications?
- Rails to Trails Conservancy'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 Rails to Trails Conservancy fund?
- Rails to Trails Conservancy's grants focus on community improvement. Example recipients include City of Brownsville, New Jersey Bike Walk Coalition. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Rails to Trails Conservancy give in grants?
- Rails to Trails Conservancy reported $1.5M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $4.6M over 181 grants.
- Where is Rails to Trails Conservancy located?
- Rails to Trails Conservancy is based in Washington, District of Columbia. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 521437006.
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