Urban Forestry Organization
Preselected recipients only
Urban Forestry Organization is a private foundation in Pine Plains, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $33,700 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $2,000. 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$33,700
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$713,545
- New grantees3%
Giving in 2024 was down from $43,500 the year before.
3% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $43,500 | 38 | $772,773 |
| 2024 | $33,700 | 30 | $713,545 |
How to apply
Urban Forestry Organization 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 Urban Forestry Organization funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 19 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 8 | $9,700 |
| Texas | 2 | $3,000 |
| California | 3 | $2,700 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $2,200 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,200 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $1,200 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Paul Smiths College | Urban forestry | $2,000 |
| Trees for Houston | Urban forestry | $2,000 |
| Nys Urban Forestry Council | Urban forestry | $1,500 |
| Openlands | Urban forestry | $1,500 |
| The Connecticut College Arboretum | Urban forestry | $1,500 |
| Van Cortlandt Park Alliance | Urban forestry | $1,500 |
| Florida Urban Forestry Council | Urban forestry | $1,200 |
| Soul | Urban forestry | $1,200 |
| The American Chestnut Foundation | Urban forestry | $1,200 |
| Trees New York | Urban forestry | $1,200 |
| Alliance for Pioneer Square | Urban forestry | $1,000 |
| Baltimore Tree Trust | Urban forestry | $1,000 |
| Canopy | Urban forestry | $1,000 |
| Central Park Conservacy | Urban forestry | $1,000 |
| Forest Releaf of Missouri | Urban forestry | $1,000 |
| Friends of Pelham Bay Park | Urban forestry | $1,000 |
| Friends of the Public Garden | Urban forestry | $1,000 |
| Groundwork Providencetrees 2020 | Urban forestry | $1,000 |
| Groundwork USA | Urban forestry | $1,000 |
| Nargs | Urban forestry | $1,000 |
| New Jersey Tree Foundation | Urban forestry | $1,000 |
| Our City Forest | Urban forestry | $1,000 |
| Student Conservation Association | Urban forestry | $1,000 |
| Texas Trees Foundation | Urban forestry | $1,000 |
| The Greening of Detroit | Urban forestry | $1,000 |
| Trees Atlanta | Urban forestry | $1,000 |
| Trees Forever | Urban forestry | $1,000 |
| Treepeople | Urban forestry | $700 |
| Working Dogs for Conservation | Urban forestry | $700 |
| New York Restoration Project | Urban forestry | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel H Adams
- Henry Adams
- Carol Adams
- John A Adams
Questions people ask
Does Urban Forestry Organization accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Urban Forestry Organization give?
$33,700 in tax year 2024, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Urban Forestry Organization?
Its 2024 filing lists Daniel H Adams (President), Henry Adams (Director), Carol Adams (Director) and John A Adams (Director).
What does Urban Forestry Organization fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and education.