The Turner Foundation, Inc.(TFI), was founded by media mogul, conservationist and philanthropist R.E. (Ted) Turner in 1990 and awarded its first grant in 1991.
TFI has awarded over $400 million grants since inception.
TFI supports effort to Conserve Land to Protect and Restore Wildlife and Biodiversity, Support Wildlife-Friendly Renewable Energy, Protect and Restore Freshwater Resources for People and Nature (hyperlink), and Increase Inclusivity and Accessibility to the Conservation Movement.
We are an invitation-only foundation. We don't have the resources to review unsolicited materials.
Our board and staff, on an annual basis, identify grantmaking initiatives in conjunction with established programmatic and geographic priorities.
TFI is a family foundation governed by a Board of Directors, comprised of Ted Turner, his five children, and his grandchildren once they reach the age of 25.
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Organizations can seek funding for up to three years, with a renewal requested each year for approval, but programs are not funded beyond three consecutive years.
Approximately $2.5 million in 2023 including board discretionary, the Turner Community Youth Development Initiative, and Junior Board (Turner 3rd Generation) grants.