Seventh Generation Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Seventh Generation Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Burlington, Vermont. In tax year 2024 it gave $485,000 in 13 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$485,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$796,383
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3,000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3,000 | 1 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $485,000 | 13 | $796,383 |
How to apply
Seventh Generation 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
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $100,000 |
| Michigan | 2 | $55,000 |
| North Dakota | 2 | $55,000 |
| Vermont | 2 | $55,000 |
| Alaska | 1 | $55,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $55,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $30,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $30,000 |
| Guam | 1 | $25,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wespac Foundation | Contribution | $100,000 |
| Alaska Community Action on Toxics | Contribution | $55,000 |
| Kulaiwi Land Trust | Contribution | $55,000 |
| Mutual Aid Network of Ypsilanti | Contribution | $30,000 |
| Nizhoni Ani | Contribution | $30,000 |
| Sacred Pipe Resource Center | Contribution | $30,000 |
| The Cedar Fund | Contribution | $30,000 |
| The Creative Heart | Contribution | $30,000 |
| Alnobaiwi | Contribution | $25,000 |
| Asmuyao Community School | Contribution | $25,000 |
| Native Youth Alliance | Contribution | $25,000 |
| Oun | Contribution | $25,000 |
| Oyate Wookiye | Contribution | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ashley Orgain
- Heather Dodge
- Brandi Thomas
- Kate Ogden
- Melissa Zygmant
Questions people ask
Does Seventh Generation Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Seventh Generation Foundation Inc give?
$485,000 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Seventh Generation Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Ashley Orgain (Executive Director/ President), Heather Dodge (Treasurer), Brandi Thomas (Communications) and Kate Ogden (Board Member) among 5 officers and trustees.