American Express Foundation
New York, New York · EIN 136123529 · Private foundation
American Express Foundation is a New York-based grantmaker. Its indexed 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $23.5M in annual giving against $22.7M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 25,742 grants for American Express Foundation. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.
What American Express Foundation funds
American Express Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on community improvement, education, disaster relief & emergency aid, financial empowerment, health care, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include families, homeless population, immigrants & refugees, low-income communities, single parents, veterans.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Common Purpose Charitable Trust AMERICAN EXPRESS LEADERSHIP ACADEMIES | — | $3.4M | 2024 |
| Common Purpose Charitable Trust (498231) DEVELOPING LEADERS | — | $2.1M | 2023 |
| American Online Giving Foundation Inc 2024 AMEX GIVE2GETHER FLOAT FUNDING | Newark, DE | $1.9M | 2024 |
How to apply for funding from American Express Foundation
American Express Foundation'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.
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Frequently asked questions about American Express Foundation
- Does American Express Foundation accept grant applications?
- American Express Foundation'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 Express Foundation fund?
- American Express Foundation's grants focus on community improvement. Example recipients include Common Purpose Charitable Trust, Common Purpose Charitable Trust (498231), American Online Giving Foundation Inc. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does American Express Foundation give in grants?
- American Express Foundation reported $23.5M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $91.6M over 25,742 grants.
- Where is American Express Foundation located?
- American Express Foundation is based in New York, New York. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 136123529.
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