Private foundation · EIN 98-6001286 · New York, New York

Fondation Francqui Belgium

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: 4 grants paid, $682K total, median $146K. 100% of grants stayed in New York.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
4
$682K
Median grant
$146K
Stays in NY
100%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$55M

Grants paid in 2024

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

RecipientPurposeAmount
The Francqui PrizeNew York, NYAwarded in recognition of the achievements of a young belgian scholar or scientist. it not only bestows a large sum of money but also has i…$271K
International Francqui ChairsNew York, NYAwarded to teaching positions administered by belgian universities, who invite non-belgians. the foundation provides money to those belgian…$162K
Belgian Francqui ChairsNew York, NYAwarded to belgians who accept a teaching appointment at another belgian university. the francqui chair awards encourages exchanges between…$130K
Francqui FellowshipsNew York, NYTo support financing of a number of fellowships distributed to young belgians who wish to study in the united states. the distribution of t…$119K

About this foundation

Fondation Francqui Belgium is a private grantmaking foundation in New York, New York, administered in care of Lutz & Carr, tax-exempt since 1938. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

Foundation websiteAll filings on ProPublica

Does Fondation Francqui Belgium 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 Fondation Francqui Belgium give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $682K across 4 grants, a median of $146K.

Where does Fondation Francqui Belgium give?

New York (4 grants), per its latest filing.

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