The Holocene Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Holocene Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $60.2 million in 28 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $56.4 million. 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$60.2 million
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$56.4 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3.6 million the year before.
7% 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 | $3.6 million | 27 | $71.5 million |
| 2024 | $60.2 million | 28 | $0 |
How to apply
The Holocene 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 The Holocene Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Rhode Island.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 1 | $56.4 million |
| Washington | 17 | $2.2 million |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $550,000 |
| Oregon | 2 | $400,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $400,000 |
| New York | 2 | $250,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chabot Family Daf - Vanguard | General operating funds | $56.4 million |
| Conservation Lands Foundation | General operating funds | $400,000 |
| Earthjustice | General operating funds | $400,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | General operating funds | $350,000 |
| Climate Solutions | General operating funds | $300,000 |
| The Conservation Alliance | General operating funds | $300,000 |
| Conservation Northwest | General operating funds | $250,000 |
| The Mountaineers | General operating funds | $250,000 |
| Defenders of Wildlife | General operating funds | $200,000 |
| Trust for Public Land | General operating funds | $200,000 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | General operating funds | $150,000 |
| NRDC | General operating funds | $150,000 |
| Outdoor Alliance | General operating funds | $150,000 |
| Friends of Waterfront Seattle | General operating funds | $100,000 |
| Salmon-Safe Inc | General operating funds | $100,000 |
| Daughters for Earth | General operating funds | $100,000 |
| The Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust | General operating funds | $50,000 |
| The Wilderness Society | General operating funds | $50,000 |
| Washington Environmental Council | General operating funds | $50,000 |
| Washington Water Trust | General operating funds | $50,000 |
| Earthgen | General operating funds | $25,000 |
| Islandwood | General operating funds | $25,000 |
| League of Conservation Voters Education Fund | General operating funds | $25,000 |
| Rachel's Network Inc | General operating funds | $25,000 |
| Spark Northwest | General operating funds | $25,000 |
| Washington Trails Association | General operating funds | $25,000 |
| Washington Wildlife & Recreation Coalition | General operating funds | $25,000 |
| Social Venture Partners Seattle | General operating funds | $6,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Christian Chabot
- Angela Chabot
Questions people ask
Does The Holocene Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Holocene Foundation give?
$60.2 million in tax year 2024, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs The Holocene Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Christian Chabot (President) and Angela Chabot (Secretary).
What does The Holocene Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.