The Urban Institute
Washington, District of Columbia · EIN 520880375 · Private foundation
The Urban Institute is a District of Columbia-based grantmaker. Its indexed 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $730K in annual giving against $249.9M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 484 grants for The Urban Institute. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.
What The Urban Institute funds
The Urban Institute's giving carries a documented focus on education, faith-based (christian), health care, higher education.
Populations it has supported include children, families, hispanic communities, immigrants & refugees, women girls.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookings Institution Grant sub-award | Washington, DC | $750K | 2020 |
| Workhands Inc Grant Sub-Award | — | $600K | 2023 |
| Workhands Inc Grant Sub-Award | San Francisco, CA | $492K | 2024 |
How to apply for funding from The Urban Institute
The Urban 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 urban.org.
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Frequently asked questions about The Urban Institute
- Does The Urban Institute accept grant applications?
- The Urban 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 The Urban Institute fund?
- The Urban Institute's grants focus on education. Example recipients include Brookings Institution, Workhands Inc. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Urban Institute give in grants?
- The Urban Institute reported $730K in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $36.2M over 484 grants.
- Where is The Urban Institute located?
- The Urban Institute is based in Washington, District of Columbia. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 520880375.
- How can I find foundations similar to The Urban Institute?
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