The Rockefeller Foundation
New York, New York · EIN 131659629 · Private foundation
The Rockefeller Foundation is a private foundation based in New York, New York. Its indexed IRS Form 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $175.1M in grants paid and $7.12B in total assets. Bespoke Grants tracks 4,723 individual grants from this funder — $1.18B awarded across 2017–2024 — including its support for adult education. This public overview includes selected grant examples.
What The Rockefeller Foundation funds
The Rockefeller Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on adult education, arts & culture, civil rights & social justice, community improvement, disability services, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include black communities, children, families, foster youth, hispanic communities, immigrants & refugees.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rf Catalytic Capital Inc TOWARD THE COSTS OF LAUNCHING AND OPERATIONALIZING ITS EFFORTS TO HARNESS THE FULL POTENTIAL OF GREEN ENERGY TO CREATE A MORE SUSTAINABLE AN | New York, NY | $100.0M | 2023 |
| Rf Catalytic Capital Inc TOWARD THE COSTS OF LAUNCHING AND OPERATIONALIZING ITS EFFORTS TO HARNESS THE FULL POTENTIAL OF GREEN ENERGY TO CREATE A MORE SUSTAINABLE AN | New York, NY | $75.0M | 2024 |
| Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors Inc FOR USE BY 100 RESILIENT CITIES TOWARD THE COSTS OF BUILDING CITIES CAPACITY GLOBALLY TO MAINTAIN AND RECOVER CRITICAL FUNCTIONS IN THE FACE | New York, NY | $20.0M | 2017 |
How to apply for funding from The Rockefeller Foundation
The Rockefeller 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. You can review the foundation directly at rockefellerfoundation.org.
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Frequently asked questions about The Rockefeller Foundation
- Does The Rockefeller Foundation accept grant applications?
- The Rockefeller 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 The Rockefeller Foundation fund?
- The Rockefeller Foundation's grants focus on adult education. Example recipients include Rf Catalytic Capital Inc, Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors Inc. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Rockefeller Foundation give in grants?
- The Rockefeller Foundation reported $175.1M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $1.18B over 4,723 grants.
- Where is The Rockefeller Foundation located?
- The Rockefeller Foundation is based in New York, New York. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 131659629.
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