Better Natures Foundation is a private trust based in OXFORD, MA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2020. The principal officer is % Justine A Johnson. It holds total assets of $15.4M. Annual income is reported at $3M. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to available records, Better Natures Foundation has made 49 grants totaling $735K, with a median grant of $10K. Annual giving has grown from $80K in 2022 to $655K in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $100K, with an average award of $15K. The foundation has supported 34 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in District of Columbia, New York, Rhode Island, which account for 61% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 11 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Better Natures Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 49 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in DC, NY, RI.
Better Natures Foundation has distributed a total of $735K across 49 grants. The median grant size is $10K, with an average of $15K. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $100K.
Better Natures Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Better Natures Foundation is headquartered in OXFORD, MA. While based in MA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 11 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gary Block | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Justine Johnson | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total Giving
$720K
Total Assets
$14.1M
Fair Market Value
$14.9M
Net Worth
$14.1M
Grants Paid
$655K
Contributions
$0
Net Investment Income
$214K
Distribution Amount
$692K
Total: $13.6M
Total Grants
49
Total Giving
$735K
Average Grant
$15K
Median Grant
$10K
Unique Recipients
34
Most Common Grant
$10K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| OceanaGENERAL PURPOSE | Washington, DC | $25K | 2023 |
| Founders PledgeGENERAL PURPOSE | New York, NY | $100K | 2023 |
| Ocean ConservancyGENERAL PURPOSE | Washington, DC | $50K | 2023 |
| Rock Hill Country Day SchoolGENERAL PURPOSE | East Greenwich, RI | $50K | 2023 |
| WildaidGENERAL PURPOSE | San Francisco, CA | $50K |
| 2023 |
| Coral Reef AllianceGENERAL PURPOSE | San Francisco, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Nature Conservancy RiGENERAL PURPOSE | Providence, RI | $25K | 2023 |
| Nature Conservancy (Global)GENERAL PURPOSE | Arlington, VA | $25K | 2023 |
| Africian Wildlife FoundationGENERAL PURPOSE | Washington, DC | $25K | 2023 |
| Union Of Concerned ScientistsGENERAL PURPOSE | Cambridge, MA | $25K | 2023 |
| Defenders Of WildlifeGENERAL PURPOSE | Washington, DC | $25K | 2023 |
| Center For International Enviromental LawGENERAL PURPOSE | Washington, DC | $25K | 2023 |
| The Climate Reality ProjectGENERAL PURPOSE | Washington, DC | $25K | 2023 |
| Rainforest TrustGENERAL PURPOSE | Warrenton, VA | $20K | 2023 |
| Ri Community Food BankGENERAL PURPOSE | Providence, RI | $15K | 2023 |
| Animal Legal Defense FundGENERAL PURPOSE | Cotati, CA | $15K | 2023 |
| One GoalGENERAL PURPOSE | Chicago, IL | $10K | 2023 |
| Amici CannisGENERAL PURPOSE | Fort Collins, CO | $10K | 2023 |
| Empowers AfriciaGENERAL PURPOSE | New York, NY | $10K | 2023 |
| Environmental Defense FundGENERAL PURPOSE | New York, NY | $10K | 2023 |
| Freedom From Religion FoundationGENERAL PURPOSE | Madison, WI | $10K | 2023 |
| Providence Children'S MuseumGENERAL PURPOSE | Providence, RI | $10K | 2023 |
| My Stuff Bags FoundationGENERAL PURPOSE | Westlake Village, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Marine Conservation InstituteGENERAL PURPOSE | Seattle, WA | $10K | 2023 |
| Physicians Committee For Responsible Medicine (Pcrm)GENERAL PURPOSE | Washington, DC | $10K | 2023 |
| Inn0cence ProjectGENERAL PURPOSE | New York, NY | $10K | 2023 |
| Pets In Need Veterinary ClinicGENERAL PURPOSE | Riverside, RI | $10K | 2023 |
| Providence Animal Rescue LeagueGENERAL PURPOSE | Providence, RI | $10K | 2023 |
| Rivma Companion Animal FoundationGENERAL PURPOSE | Providence, RI | $10K | 2023 |
| Great Plains FoundationGENERAL PURPOSE | Jupiter, FL | $5K | 2022 |
| My StuffGENERAL PURPOSE | Westlake Village, CA | $3K | 2022 |
| Freedom From Religious FoundationGENERAL PURPOSE | Oviedo, FL | $3K | 2022 |
| City Arts ProvidenceGENERAL PURPOSE | Providence, RI | $2K | 2022 |
| Earth Conservation CorpGENERAL PURPOSE | Washington, DC | $1K | 2022 |
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