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New York Foundation

New York, New York  ·  EIN 135626345  ·  Private foundation

New York Foundation is a New York-based grantmaker. In its latest 990-PF filing it reported $5.8M in annual giving against $62.5M in assets. This page documents the 859 grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for New York Foundation — who they fund, what they prioritize, and what to know before reaching out.

$5.8M
Annual giving (FY2020)
$62.5M
Total assets
859
Grants tracked
2024
Most recent grant

What New York Foundation funds

New York Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on adult education, arts & culture, civil rights & social justice, community improvement, criminal justice, and related causes.

Adult EducationArts & CultureCivil Rights & Social JusticeCommunity ImprovementCriminal JusticeDisability ServicesEconomic DevelopmentEducationEnvironment & ConservationFaith-Based (Muslim)

Populations it has supported include black communities, children, disabled, families, hispanic communities, homeless population.

black communitieschildrendisabledfamilieshispanic communitieshomeless populationimmigrants & refugeesindigenous

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for New York Foundation, by amount:

RecipientLocationGrantYear
Neo Philanthropy Inc
TO SUPPORT THE DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF A LEADERSHIP COHORT PROGRAM FOR BIPOC ORGANIZERS IN HUDSON VALLEY.
New York, NY$350K2022
Vocal-ny
SUPPORT FOR HOUSING JUSTICE FOR ALL, A FISCALLY SPONSORED PROJECT OF VOCAL-NY.
Brooklyn, NY$290K2024
Northwest Bronx Community and Clergy Coalition
TO SUPPORT THE ONGOING ENGAGEMENT OF OVER A DOZEN BRONX-BASED GROUPS AND THEIR HUNDREDS OF MEMBERS IN ADVANCING A 30-YEAR VISION FOR THE BRO
Bronx, NY$275K2023
Bronx People's Platform
TO SUPPORT THE ONGOING ENGAGEMENT OF BRONX-BASED GROUPS AND THEIR MEMBERS IN ADVANCING A 30-YEAR VISION FOR THE BRONX THAT CENTERS RACIAL AN
Bronx, NY$250K2022
Housing Justice for All
TO SUPPORT ORGANIZING, OUTREACH, AND ADVOCACY BY THE HOUSING JUSTICE FOR ALL COALITION AND ITS 100+ MEMBER ORGANIZATIONS WORKING TO PREVENT
Brooklyn, NY$200K2022
Northwest Bronx Community and Clergy Coalition
FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT.
Bronx, NY$200K2024
Caaav Organizing Asian Communities
FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT.
New York, NY$195K2024
Make the Road New York
FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT.
Brooklyn, NY$175K2024
Fifth Avenue Committee
TO SUPPORT INDEPENDENT FACILITATION OF THE GOWANUS REZONING OVERSIGHT TASK FORCE.
Brooklyn, NY$150K2022
Vocal-ny
FOR EDUCATION AND MOBILIZATION OF TENANTS IN PUBLIC AND PRIVATE HOUSING AND OF NEW YORKERS EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS.
Brooklyn, NY$150K2020
El Puente
FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT.
Brooklyn, NY$125K2024
Drum - Desis Rising Up & Moving
FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT.
Jackson Heights, NY$125K2024
Brotherhoodsister Sol
FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT.
New York, NY$125K2024
Flanbwayan Haitian Literacy Project
FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT.
Brooklyn, NY$125K2024
New York State Tenants & Neighbors Information Service
FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT.
New York, NY$108K2024

New York Foundation giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2020$5.8M
2022$7.6M
2023$6.3M
2024$4.9M

How to apply for funding from New York Foundation

From New York Foundation's IRS Form 990-PF, on how it handles applications:

“MARCH 1ST, JULY 1ST, AND NOVEMBER 1ST.”

Verify the current process on the foundation's own materials before sending anything. You can review the foundation directly at nyf.org.

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Frequently asked questions about New York Foundation

Does New York Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes — New York Foundation's IRS filing describes an application process. Confirm the current details directly with the foundation before applying.
What does New York Foundation fund?
New York Foundation's grants focus on adult education. Recent recipients include Neo Philanthropy Inc, Vocal-ny, Northwest Bronx Community and Clergy Coalition. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does New York Foundation give in grants?
New York Foundation reported $5.8M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $24.6M over 859 grants.
Where is New York Foundation located?
New York Foundation is based in New York, New York. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 135626345.
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About this profile. This page is built from New York Foundation's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants alongside 13M+ grants from 225,000+ U.S. foundations. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; IRS data publishes on a 1–2 year lag. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with New York Foundation. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.