Updated Nov 2, 2026
Private foundations based in East Meadow, New York
3 grantmaking foundations headquartered in East Meadow, New York, holding $14M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 0 on this page say they accept applications. For foundations ranked by where their grants went, see local funders.
| Foundation | Grants paid | Median grant | Accepts applications | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John a Rodger Jr Foundation Incsince 2011 | $500K341 grants · 2025 | $1,000 | Preselected only | $7.6M |
| Marion and Herbert Hess Charitable Trsince 2016 | $223K7 grants · 2024 | $16K | Preselected only | $4.7M |
| Gurutegh Bahadur Charity Incsince 2021 | $60K8 grants · 2025 | $4,350 | Preselected only | $1.3M |
Sources: IRS Business Master File (assets), ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer and IRS 990-PF e-file (grants paid, application policy). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own Part XV checkbox.
Open grant programs in New York
All 2| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollingno deadline | New York State Council on the Arts — Organizational GrantsStateNew York State Council on the Arts | New York State Council on the Arts | Not listed |
| Rollingno deadline | Humanities New York — Humanities GrantsStateHumanities New York | Humanities New York | Not listed |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in East Meadow, New York?
Our directory lists 3 private grantmaking foundations in East Meadow, New York with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $14M. The data comes from the IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File and Form 990-PF.
How do I get a grant from a private foundation?
Start with foundations that already fund organizations like yours nearby. Read the grantee list on each profile, check whether the foundation accepts applications (it says so on its 990-PF), and lead with a short letter of inquiry. Many family foundations fund only organizations they already know; an introduction through a shared grantee or board member works better than a cold proposal.
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