Private foundation · EIN 13-3489057 · New York, New York · Disease & medical research

Daedalus Foundation Inc

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 12 grants paid, $215K total, median $12K. 33% of grants stayed in New York.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
12
$215K
Median grant
$12K
Stays in NY
33%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$2.0M

Grants paid in 2024

12 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
Brennan CenterNew York, NYStrengthen democracy and justice for all americans.$33K
Doctors Without BordersNew York, NYDeliver medical care to people affected by conflict, disasters, and epidemics where healthcare is scarce.$33K
Southern Poverty Law CenterMontgomery, ALPromote racial justice and human rights by dismantling white supremacy and supporting community partnerships.$33K
World Central KitchenWashington, DCProvide meals to communities hit by humanitarian crises and natural disasters.$33K
Sur Le Chemin de L'ecoleParis, FRProvide education for children in need.$20K
Focusing PhilanthropySanta Monica, CAFund proven, high-impact programs addressing critical needs in underserved communities.$13K
Bennington CollegeBennington, VTAdvance the colleges mission to nurture students individuality and creativity.$10K
Everytown for Gun SafetyNew York, NYSupport and expand community-based violence intervention through funding, training, and advocacy.$10K
NrdcNew York, NYProtect the planet and its natural systems that sustain life.$10K
Miami WaterkeeperCoral Gables, FLProtect south floridas waters through science-based, community-driven advocacy.$9,000
American Indian CollegeDenver, COSupport education and life success for american indian students.$7,000
Save the ChildrenFairfield, CTImprove health, education, and protection for vulnerable children worldwide.$6,000

By state: New York 4 · Alabama 1 · District of Columbia 1 · INTL 1 · California 1 · Vermont 1

About this foundation

Daedalus Foundation Inc is a private grantmaking foundation in New York, New York, administered in care of Altman Greenfield and Selvaggi, tax-exempt since 2002. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does Daedalus Foundation Inc accept grant applications?

No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Daedalus Foundation Inc give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $215K across 12 grants, a median of $12K.

Where does Daedalus Foundation Inc give?

New York (4 grants), Alabama (1 grants), District of Columbia (1 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.

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