Funding search · EIN 812617818 · New York, NY
McPike Zima Charitable Foundation US
A private foundation (files IRS Form 990-PF). Most private foundations do not take unsolicited applications; the route in is usually a program officer.
- 56
- grants reported
- $4.1M
- total given
- 2022–2024
- filing years
- $61,000
- median grant
Based on grants this organization reported to the IRS for tax years 2022–2024. This is what they filed, not a complete record of their giving, and recent years may be incomplete because filings lag.
What they fund
researchmarinechangeeducationmedicaloceansplasticconservation
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6 grants matching “plastic” · $262,000
- $62,000
Moore Institute for Plastic Pol · Jersey City, NJ · 2024
To help with the plastic pollution
- $40,000
Beyond Plastics · Bennington, VT · 2024
Is to end plastic pollution by being a catalyst for change at every level of our society
- $50,000
Moore Institute for Plastic Pol · Jersey City, NJ · 2023
To help with the plastic pollution
- $40,000
Beyond Plastics · Bennington, VT · 2023
Is to end plastic pollution by being a catalyst for change at every level of our society
- $5,000
Cafeteria Culture · New York, NY · 2023
Achieve equitable zero-waste, plastic free, and climate smart schools and communities with youth-led action
- $65,000
Moore Institute for Plastic Pol · Jersey City, NJ · 2022
To help with the plastic pollution
Top recipients
Repeat recipients are the strongest signal of whether a funder has an open door or quietly re-funds the same organizations.
- Outlaw Ocean Project3 grants · $525,500
- Perry Institute for Marine Science3 grants · $480,100
- Moving Windmill Project3 grants · $405,000
- Friends of Africa Amini Foundation3 grants · $340,000
- T1international2 grants · $280,482
- The Papahanaumokuakea Debris Pr3 grants · $220,500
- Environmental Investig Agency3 grants · $195,000
- T1 International1 grant · $192,096
- Green Turtle Cay3 grants · $180,000
- Moore Institute for Plastic Pol3 grants · $177,000
Giving over time
Grant history
All 56 reported grants, largest first.
- $265,000
Perry Institute for Marine Science · Waitsfield, VT · 2024
To help research to revitalize our oceans. We focus on coral reefs, fisheries, mangroves, marine protected areas, coastal ecosystems, and climate change
- $225,000
Moving Windmill Project · New York, NY · 2022
To help families who are in need
- $200,500
Outlaw Ocean Project · Washington, DC · 2022
To help invegstigate injustices
- $192,096
T1 International · Indianapolis, IN · 2024
Medical research
- $190,166
T1international · Indianapolis, IN · 2023
Medical research
- $175,000
Outlaw Ocean Project · Washington, DC · 2024
To help invegstigate injustices
- $155,000
Sonia Nabeta Foundation · New York, NY · 2022
Medical research
- $153,100
Perry Institute for Marine Science · Waitsfield, VT · 2023
To help research to revitalize our oceans. We focus on coral reefs, fisheries, mangroves, marine protected areas, coastal ecosystems, and climate change
- $150,000
Outlaw Ocean Project · Washington, DC · 2023
To help invegstigate injustices
- $127,000
Friends of Africa Amini Foundation · White Plains, NY · 2023
To provide access to comprehensive medical services of high quality standard for everyone in tanzania, including people that usually cannot afford it
- $113,000
Friends of Africa Amini Foundation · White Plains, NY · 2022
To provide access to comprehensive medical services of high quality standard for everyone in tanzania, including people that usually cannot afford it
- $105,000
Moving Windmill Project · New York, NY · 2023
To help families who are in need
- $100,000
Friends of Africa Amini Foundation · White Plains, NY · 2024
To provide access to comprehensive medical services of high quality standard for everyone in tanzania, including people that usually cannot afford it
- $90,316
T1international · Indianapolis, IN · 2022
Medical research
- $80,000
The Papahanaumokuakea Debris Pr · Kailua, HI · 2024
To help remove marine debris
- $75,000
Environmental Investig Agency · Washington, DC · 2024
To develop and implement systemic solutions to the biggest global challenges of our time.
- $75,000
Moving Windmill Project · New York, NY · 2024
To help families who are in need
- $75,000
Green Turtle Cay · Leesburg, FL · 2023
To help provide school and shelters
- $75,000
The Guardian Org Foundation · Washington, DC · 2023
To help support journalism
- $75,000
Green Turtle Cay · Leesburg, FL · 2022
To help provide school and shelters
- $72,500
The Papahanaumokuakea Debris Pr · Kailua, HI · 2023
To help remove marine debris
- $70,000
Environmental Investig Agency · Washington, DC · 2023
To develop and implement systemic solutions to the biggest global challenges of our time.
- $68,000
The Papahanaumokuakea Debris Pr · Kailua, HI · 2022
To help remove marine debris
- $65,000
Amazon Frontlines · San Francisco, CA · 2024
To support the struggles of indigenous peoples to defend their rights to land, life and cultural survival in the amazon rainforest
- $65,000
Moore Institute for Plastic Pol · Jersey City, NJ · 2022
To help with the plastic pollution
- $62,500
Amazon Frontlines · San Francisco, CA · 2023
To support the struggles of indigenous peoples to defend their rights to land, life and cultural survival in the amazon rainforest
- $62,000
Moore Institute for Plastic Pol · Jersey City, NJ · 2024
To help with the plastic pollution
- $62,000
Perry Institute for Marine Science · Waitsfield, VT · 2022
To help research to revitalize our oceans. We focus on coral reefs, fisheries, mangroves, marine protected areas, coastal ecosystems, and climate change
- $60,000
Bimini Biological Field Station Foundation · Hollywood, FL · 2024
Research the population dynamics of lemon sharks
- $55,000
The Story of Stuff Project · Berkeley, CA · 2024
To help support critical issues
- $55,000
The Story of Stuff Project · Berkeley, CA · 2023
To help support critical issues
- $50,000
Friends of the Environment · Delray Beach, FL · 2024
Bahamian non-profit organization with a mission to preserve the environment of abaco, the bahamas through education, conservation, and research facilitation.
- $50,000
Mass Design Group · Boston, MA · 2024
Organizations for any of the following purposes: religious, educational, charitable, scientific, literary, testing for public safety, fostering national or international amateur sports competition (as long as it doesn't… read allOrganizations for any of the following purposes: religious, educational, charitable, scientific, literary, testing for public safety, fostering national or international amateur sports competition (as long as it doesn't provide athletic facilities or equipment), or the prevention of cruelty to children or animals. less
- $50,000
Ocean Rescue Alliance · Apollo Beach, FL · 2024
The purpose of the ocean rescue alliance is to restore marine ecosystems through innovative techniques, primarily by creating artistically designed artificial reefs to enhance marine habitats, protect coastlines, and fo… read allThe purpose of the ocean rescue alliance is to restore marine ecosystems through innovative techniques, primarily by creating artistically designed artificial reefs to enhance marine habitats, protect coastlines, and foster community engagement through art and education. It works to expand ecosystem services, create lasting marine habitats, and educate future generations about marine conservation. less
- $50,000
Oceans Forward · Plymouth, MA · 2024
The purpose of the organization oceans forward is to create a thriving future for people and the ocean through innovative, community-centered marine conservation solutions, particularly in the caribbean. This is achieve… read allThe purpose of the organization oceans forward is to create a thriving future for people and the ocean through innovative, community-centered marine conservation solutions, particularly in the caribbean. This is achieved by focusing on three key areas: driving innovation, taking care of habitats, and understanding animal movement, which informs their work on projects like sea turtle and whale conservation and coral restoration. less
- $50,000
Queen Conch Aguaculture · Auburn, AL · 2024
The purpose of queen conch aquaculture is to aid in the restoration of wild populations and provide a source of sustainable seafood to support caribbean communities that depend on the fishery. It also serves to rebuild … read allThe purpose of queen conch aquaculture is to aid in the restoration of wild populations and provide a source of sustainable seafood to support caribbean communities that depend on the fishery. It also serves to rebuild declining populations, support seagrass ecosystems, and offer opportunities for scientific inquiry and community engagement. less
- $50,000
Friends of the Environment · Delray Beach, FL · 2023
Bahamian non-profit organization with a mission to preserve the environment of abaco, the bahamas through education, conservation, and research facilitation.
- $50,000
Moore Institute for Plastic Pol · Jersey City, NJ · 2023
To help with the plastic pollution
- $50,000
Environmental Investig Agency · Washington, DC · 2022
To develop and implement systemic solutions to the biggest global challenges of our time.
- $45,000
Bay Island Convervation Ass · Temple Terrace, FL · 2024
Organizations for any of the following purposes: religious, educational, charitable, scientific, literary, testing for public safety, fostering national or international amateur sports competition (as long as it doesn't… read allOrganizations for any of the following purposes: religious, educational, charitable, scientific, literary, testing for public safety, fostering national or international amateur sports competition (as long as it doesn't provide athletic facilities or equipment), or the prevention of cruelty to children or animals. less
- $43,500
Bimini Biological Field Station Foundation · Hollywood, FL · 2023
Research the population dynamics of lemon sharks
- $40,000
Beyond Plastics · Bennington, VT · 2024
Is to end plastic pollution by being a catalyst for change at every level of our society
- $40,000
Beyond Plastics · Bennington, VT · 2023
Is to end plastic pollution by being a catalyst for change at every level of our society
- $40,000
Fau Foundation · Boca Raton, FL · 2023
To encourage, promote, and provide funds and other resources for the benefit of florida atlantic university (a part of the florida state university system) in furtherance of its missions and purposes and to secure the a… read allTo encourage, promote, and provide funds and other resources for the benefit of florida atlantic university (a part of the florida state university system) in furtherance of its missions and purposes and to secure the application of these funds in the best manner adapted to the conditions of time and to the needs of fau less
- $40,000
The Story of Stuff Project · Berkeley, CA · 2022
To help support critical issues
- $30,000
Green Turtle Cay · Leesburg, FL · 2024
To help provide school and shelters
- $16,000
Sea of Life Caribbean · Vero Beach, FL · 2024
Supports local communities working to protect and restore oceans in the caribbean.
- $15,500
Sea of Life Caribbean · Vero Beach, FL · 2023
Supports local communities working to protect and restore oceans in the caribbean.
- $5,000
Maui Hub · Kahului, HI · 2024
Maui hub brings farmers markets to you, offering local produce for online purchase and delivery, supporting local farmers and the economy.
- $5,000
Sharks4kids · Dania Beach, FL · 2024
To provide educational materials to teachers and students, classroom visits and education tours, shark field trips, and expeditions for kids.
- $5,000
Cafeteria Culture · New York, NY · 2023
Achieve equitable zero-waste, plastic free, and climate smart schools and communities with youth-led action
- $5,000
Sharks4kids · Dania Beach, FL · 2023
To provide educational materials to teachers and students, classroom visits and education tours, shark field trips, and expeditions for kids.
- $5,000
United Plant Savers · Rutland, OH · 2023
For the research, education, and conservation of native medicinal plants, fungi, and their habitats.
- $5,000
Internews Network · Washington, DC · 2022
To build hundreds of sustainable organizations, strengthened the capacity of thousands of media professionals, human rights activists, and information entrepreneurs, and reached millions of people with quality, local in… read allTo build hundreds of sustainable organizations, strengthened the capacity of thousands of media professionals, human rights activists, and information entrepreneurs, and reached millions of people with quality, local information, improving lives and building lasting change less
- $5,000
Sharks4kids · Dania Beach, FL · 2022
To providing educational materials to teachers and students, classroom visits and education tours, shark field trips, and expeditions for kids.
- $5,000
The Warrior Flow Foundation · Miami Beach, FL · 2022
To help social change
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