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    Acorn Foundation Grant

    From Common Counsel Foundation

    The Acorn Foundation is a family foundation committed to advancing environmental conservation, sustainability, and environmental justice by supporting community-based organizations. It focuses on grassroots projects that promote environmental health, justice, and ecological preservation, especially targeting underserved communities.

    Type of Support

    Overview

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    The grant program aims to support small and innovative community-based projects with a focus on community organizing. The broad goals include:

    • Advocating for environmental health and justice, especially in low-income, communities of color, and indigenous communities.
    • Preserving and restoring habitats that support biological diversity and wildlife.
    • Preventing or remedying toxic pollution.

    Eligibility

    Organization's Location
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    Program Location
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    Organization Type
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    Organization Budget And Years
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    Other
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    Ineligibility

    Ineligibility criteria available with a free TheShareWay account.

    Submission

    Schedule
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