Private foundation · EIN 47-5634430 · New York, New York · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Des Charitable Foundation

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 2025 Form 990-PF: 4 grants paid, $453K total, median $127K. 25% of grants stayed in New York.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2025
4
$453K
Median grant
$127K
Stays in NY
25%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$2.1M

Grants paid in 2025

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

RecipientPurposeAmount
Fractured Atlas IncNew York, NYFurtherance of the mission of fractured atlas which is to make the journey from inspiration to living practice more accessible and equitabl…$160K
Climate Xchange Education and Research IncBoston, MAFurtherance of the mission of climate xchange which is to achieve a rapid and equitable transition towards a zero-emissions economy by adva…$142K
The CommonsBerryville, VATo use data and technology to accelerate water quality improvement and environmental policy in the chesapeake bay watershed.$112K
Connecticut River ConservancyGreenfield, MATo bring people together to prevent pollution, improve habitat, and promote enjoyment of connecticut rivers.$40K

By state: Massachusetts 2 · New York 1 · Virginia 1

About this foundation

Des Charitable Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in New York, New York, administered in care of Withers Bergman Llp, tax-exempt since 2017. 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 Des Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?

No. On its 2025 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 Des Charitable Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2025 it paid $453K across 4 grants, a median of $127K.

Where does Des Charitable Foundation give?

Massachusetts (2 grants), New York (1 grants), Virginia (1 grants), per its latest filing.

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