The Biophilia Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Biophilia Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Chester, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $669,700 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $100,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$669,700
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $875,997 the year before.
50% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $750,879 | 19 | $4.5 million |
| 2024 | $875,997 | 18 | $3.7 million |
| 2025 | $669,700 | 18 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
The Biophilia Foundation Inc 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Biophilia Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 4 | $220,000 |
| Colorado | 4 | $142,000 |
| Arizona | 3 | $100,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $75,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $60,000 |
| New Mexico | 3 | $37,200 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wildlands Network | Habitat/land conservation | $100,000 |
| Sageland Collaborative | Habitat/land conservation | $80,000 |
| Chesapeake Wildlife Heritage Inc | Habitat/land conservation | $75,000 |
| Rio Bravo Restoration | Habitat/land conservation | $60,000 |
| Borderlands Restoration Network | Habitat/land conservation | $50,000 |
| Trees Water & People | Habitat/land conservation | $50,000 |
| E3KFM Kundalini Fire Management | Habitat/land conservation | $50,000 |
| La Tierra del Jaguar | Habitat/land conservation | $40,500 |
| Boulder Watershed Collective | Habitat/land conservation | $30,000 |
| Localogy | Habitat/land conservation | $30,000 |
| Utah State University | Habitat/land conservation | $25,000 |
| Beaver Institute Inc | Habitat/land conservation | $20,000 |
| Yellowstone to Uintas Connection | Habitat/land conservation | $15,000 |
| Friends of the Yampa | Habitat/land conservation | $15,000 |
| The Wild Foundation | Habitat/land conservation | $12,000 |
| Friends of the Rio de Flag | Habitat/land conservation | $10,000 |
| Forest Stewards Guild | Habitat/land conservation | $4,000 |
| New Mexico Highlands University | Habitat/land conservation | $3,200 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard G Pritzlaff
- Christopher B Pupke
- Jennifer Gooden
- Greg Costello
- Herb Grover
Questions people ask
Does The Biophilia Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Biophilia Foundation Inc give?
$669,700 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs The Biophilia Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard G Pritzlaff (Chairman), Christopher B Pupke (Secretary and Executive Director), Jennifer Gooden (President) and Greg Costello (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Biophilia Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and education.