Atira Conservation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Atira Conservation Inc is a private foundation in Cullowhee, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $405,488 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $80,000. 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$405,488
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$6.7 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $361,058 the year before.
67% 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 | $290,050 | 11 | $6.4 million |
| 2024 | $361,058 | 12 | $6.4 million |
| 2025 | $405,488 | 12 | $6.7 million |
How to apply
Atira Conservation 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 Atira Conservation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 2 | $120,000 |
| Montana | 2 | $95,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $47,801 |
| Idaho | 1 | $40,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $40,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $30,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $17,142 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $5,545 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Trust for Public Land - Mid South Chapter | Land conservation to further the foundation's charitable purpose | $80,000 |
| Gallatin Land Trust | Land conservation to further the foundation's charitable purpose | $75,000 |
| Alachua Conservation Trust Inc | Land conservation to further the foundation's charitable purpose | $40,000 |
| KY Natural Lands Trust | Land conservation to further the foundation's charitable purpose | $40,000 |
| Wood River Land Trust | Land conservation to further the foundation's charitable purpose | $40,000 |
| Highlands - Cashiers Land Trust | Land conservation to further the foundation's charitable purpose | $30,000 |
| NE Wilderness Trust | Land conservation to further the foundation's charitable purpose | $30,000 |
| Vital Ground Foundation | Land conservation to further the foundation's charitable purpose | $20,000 |
| Mainspring Conservation Trust | Land conservation to further the foundation's charitable purpose | $17,801 |
| Oregon Desert Land Trusts | Land conservation to further the foundation's charitable purpose | $17,142 |
| The North American Land Trust | Land conservation to further the foundation's charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Mississippi Valley Conservancy | Land conservation to further the foundation's charitable purpose | $5,545 |
Officers and trustees
- Nicole Adimey
- Brett Irwin
Questions people ask
Does Atira Conservation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Atira Conservation Inc give?
$405,488 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Atira Conservation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Nicole Adimey (President) and Brett Irwin (Vice-President).
What does Atira Conservation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.