Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Expected ~October

Based on past cycles

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle
Annual
Current deadline
October 31, 2026
Tracked since
April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: October

From the program guidelines: “Applications due annually in fall”

Can we apply?

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Required status

  • 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status

Other requirements

  • Non-profits should have proven longevity and viability

Not eligible / not funded

  • Not eligible: Individuals
  • Not eligible: Political organizations

Overview

Tahoe Mountain Resorts Foundation awards grants annually to support non-profit organizations and programs in the Tahoe-Truckee region.

Geographic Scope: Truckee-North Tahoe region, including communities of Old Greenwood, Gray's Crossing, the Village at Northstar, and Mountainside.

Focus Areas:

  • Environmental programs
  • Educational programs
  • Cultural programs
  • Social programs
  • Local youth programs
  • Community events

Award Information:

  • In 2025, over $500,000 in grants were awarded to support over 30 non-profit organizations and programs
  • Historically, $12,145,000 in grants and scholarships awarded since 2003

Eligibility:

  • All 501(c)(3) non-profits can apply
  • Non-profits should have proven longevity and viability
  • Foundation does not support individuals or political organizations

Selection Criteria:

  • Overall social, economic and environmental benefits to the community
  • Greater good impact

Timeline:

  • Applications due annually in fall
  • Grant decisions made by January 1st
  • Funds paid in first quarter of the year

Contact:

  • Email: info@tmrfoundation.com
  • Address: P.O. Box 2426, Truckee, CA 96160
  • Phone: Not provided

Note: 2026 grant cycle is now closed. Information about 2027 cycle will be posted when available.

How to Apply

Application Process

Timeline:

  • Applications due annually in fall
  • Grant decisions made by January 1st
  • Funds paid in first quarter of the year

How to Apply:
Specific application instructions not provided on website. Contact foundation for details.

Required Information:
Organizations should submit grant applications based on their needs, considering that the foundation supports many different organizations each year.

Submission Contact:
info@tmrfoundation.com

What Tahoe Mountain Resorts Environmental Fund actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024

Grants in 2024
9
Total given
$144K
Median grant
$10K
Range
$6,191–$50K
  • By dollars: California 81%, Nevada 19%. Top recipient cities: Truckee, CA; Kings Beach, CA; Zephyr Cove, NV.
  • 0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.

Example grants

  • Truckee River Watershed Counc · Truckee, CA

    Restore & rehab local watershed

    $50K

  • Arts for Schools · Kings Beach, CA

    Community support

    $20K

  • Clean up the Cayes · Zephyr Cove, NV

    Lake Tahoe Bouyfield & Marina Clean

    $18K

  • Adventure Risk Challenge · Truckee, CA

    Arc program

    $10K

  • Ami Housing Inc · Auburn, CA

    Community support

    $10K

IRS Form 990, 2024. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Nonprofits
  • Foundation

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