Nature Defense Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Nature Defense Foundation is a private foundation in Hudson, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $223,110 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$223,110
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$7.0 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2024 was down from $306,440 the year before.
75% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $306,440 | 16 | $7.0 million |
| 2024 | $223,110 | 8 | $7.0 million |
How to apply
Nature Defense 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 Nature Defense Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $155,000 |
| California | 2 | $60,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,710 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $400 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wonder Dog Rescue | To support exempt activities | $150,000 |
| Return to Freedom | To support exempt activities | $50,000 |
| Orville Schell Farms Preserve | To support exempt activities | $10,000 |
| Billion Oyster Project | To support exempt activities | $5,000 |
| Center for Biological Research | To support exempt activities | $5,000 |
| New York Harbor Sailing Foundation | To support exempt activities | $1,710 |
| Rolda - Romanian League for Defense of Animals | To support exempt activities | $1,000 |
| Act Blue Charities | To support exempt activities | $400 |
Officers and trustees
- Sarah M Shaw
- Katherine Prodger
- Alana Shaw
Questions people ask
Does Nature Defense Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Nature Defense Foundation give?
$223,110 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Nature Defense Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sarah M Shaw (Director), Katherine Prodger (Secretary) and Alana Shaw (Treasurer).
What does Nature Defense Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals.