Parks Education Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Parks Education Foundation is a private foundation in Anchorage, Alaska. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.1 million in 1 grant; the typical grant was $2.1 million and the largest $2.1 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$2.1 million
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$2.1 million
- Largest grant$2.1 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $105,000 the year before.
100% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $224,500 | 7 | $2.1 million |
| 2023 | $105,000 | 4 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $2.1 million | 1 | $0 |
How to apply
Parks Education Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Parks Education Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Alaska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alaska | 1 | $2.1 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Parks Foundation | Charitable. | $2.1 million |
Officers and trustees
- Nancy Parks Sopp
- Karl Sopp
- Phillip Granberry
Questions people ask
Does Parks Education Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Parks Education Foundation give?
$2.1 million in tax year 2024, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $2.1 million.
Who runs Parks Education Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Nancy Parks Sopp (President), Karl Sopp (Director) and Phillip Granberry (Director).
What does Parks Education Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.