Open Society Institute
New York, New York · EIN 137029285 · Private foundation
Based in New York, New York, Open Society Institute has awarded $839.7M across 6,413 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to Bard College. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What Open Society Institute funds
Open Society Institute's giving carries a documented focus on adult education, arts & culture, arts education, civil rights & social justice, community improvement, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include black communities, children, disabled, families, foster youth, hispanic communities.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bard College TO PROVIDE GENERAL SUPPORT | Annandaleonhudson, NY | $45.0M | 2023 |
| Central European University TO PROVIDE GENERAL SUPPORT | New York, NY | $40.9M | 2023 |
| Central European University TO PROVIDE GENERAL SUPPORT | New York, NY | $38.0M | 2024 |
How to apply for funding from Open Society Institute
Open Society Institute'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 opensocietyfoundations.org.
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Frequently asked questions about Open Society Institute
- Does Open Society Institute accept grant applications?
- Open Society Institute'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 Open Society Institute fund?
- Open Society Institute's grants focus on adult education. Example recipients include Bard College, Central European University. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Open Society Institute give in grants?
- Open Society Institute reported $128.0M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $839.7M over 6,413 grants.
- Where is Open Society Institute located?
- Open Society Institute is based in New York, New York. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 137029285.
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