Quick Summary
Name: Foundation for America's Public Lands (The Bureau Of Land Management Foundation) Status: Active Grant Maker
Key Facts
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Annual Giving | Approximately $3-4 million (based on recent grants) |
| Grant Range | $15,000 - $1,500,000 |
| Average Grant | $150,000 - $400,000 |
| Application Method | Rolling / Mixed |
Contact Details
- Website: https://americaslands.org
- Email: Programs@AmericasLands.org
- Location: Washington, DC
- EIN: 88-1553091
Geographic Focus
United States only, with primary focus on:
- Bureau of Land Management (BLM) managed lands and waters (245+ million acres)
- Western states (Colorado River Basin, Idaho, New Mexico, Arizona, Colorado, California)
- Projects must benefit BLM-managed public lands
Funding Priorities
The Foundation focuses on three strategic priorities:
- Stewardship: Conservation, restoration, and sustainable management of public lands
- Access: Improving recreational access and facilities (trails, trailheads, outdoor classrooms)
- Awareness: Public engagement and education programs
Specific program areas include:
- Drought resilience and water conservation projects
- Trail improvements and recreation infrastructure
- Virtual fencing and sustainable grazing management
- Stewardship endowments for specific BLM sites
- Outdoor education and community engagement
- Wildlife habitat conservation
What They Don't Fund
Specific exclusions not publicly available. Based on mission, likely excludes:
- Projects not related to BLM-managed public lands
- Private land conservation
- International projects
- Projects outside their three strategic priorities (Access, Stewardship, Awareness)
Application Method
The Foundation operates multiple grant programs with different application processes:
- Lands to Love® Catalyst Fund: Competitive grant program focused on "last mile" matching dollars for collaborative BLM projects
- Drought Resilience Fund: Supports locally-led partnerships addressing drought challenges
- Stewardship Endowments: Site-specific endowments for long-term maintenance
- Rolling Review: The Foundation reviews project proposals on a rolling basis and is open to nominations
Contact Programs@AmericasLands.org for application information. The Foundation is relatively new (launched 2022) and still developing its grant programs.
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