American Academy of Arts and Letters
New York, New York · EIN 130429640 · Private foundation
American Academy of Arts and Letters is a New York-based grantmaker. Its indexed 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $1.2M in annual giving against $95.4M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 403 grants for American Academy of Arts and Letters. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.
What American Academy of Arts and Letters funds
American Academy of Arts and Letters's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, libraries & literacy.
Populations it has supported include children.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Darryl Pinckney TO HONOR A WRITER WHO HAS MADE A SIGNIFICANT CONTRIBUTION TO AMERICAN LITERATURE. | New York, NY | $100K | 2024 |
| Leslie Marmon Silko TO A WRITER OF FICTION OR NONFICTION, WHO HAS MADE A SIGNIFICANT CONTRIBUTION TO AMERICAN LITERATURE. | Tucson, AZ | $100K | 2020 |
| Salvatore Scibona TO PROVIDE A WRITER AN INCOME THUS ELIMINATING THEIR NEED TO SEEK EMPLOYMENT OUTSIDE OF WRITING | Brooklyn, NY | $67K | 2023 |
How to apply for funding from American Academy of Arts and Letters
American Academy of Arts and Letters's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at artsandletters.org.
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Frequently asked questions about American Academy of Arts and Letters
- Does American Academy of Arts and Letters accept grant applications?
- American Academy of Arts and Letters's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does American Academy of Arts and Letters fund?
- American Academy of Arts and Letters's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include Darryl Pinckney, Leslie Marmon Silko, Salvatore Scibona. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does American Academy of Arts and Letters give in grants?
- American Academy of Arts and Letters reported $1.2M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $4.1M over 403 grants.
- Where is American Academy of Arts and Letters located?
- American Academy of Arts and Letters is based in New York, New York. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 130429640.
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