Updated Nov 6, 2026
Private foundations based in New York City, New York
5 grantmaking foundations headquartered in New York City, New York, holding $24M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Gross Family Foundationsince 2014 | $1.4M10 grants · 2024 | $50K | Yes | $4.7M |
| The Rubin-Ladd Foundationsince 2000 | $350K29 grants · 2024 | $5,000 | Preselected only | $8.4M |
| Zaleski Family Foundationsince 1999 | $348K16 grants · 2024 | $4,000 | Yes | $4.5M |
| Paul Miller Family Foundationsince 1994 | $312K2 grants · 2025 | $156K | Preselected only | $4.5M |
| Driver Family Foundationsince 1996 | $286K38 grants · 2025 | $5,000 | Preselected only | $1.7M |
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 New York City, New York?
Our directory lists 5 private grantmaking foundations in New York City, New York with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $24M. 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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