Updated Nov 2, 2026
Private foundations based in Oyster Bay, New York
10 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Oyster Bay, New York, holding $212M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bahnik Foundation Incsince 1994 | $4.7M87 grants · 2025 | $5,000 | Preselected only | $88M |
| Frederic R Coudert Foundationsince 1999 | $1.6M83 grants · 2024 | $5,000 | Yes | $23M |
| Charles B Wang Foundationsince 1999 | $712K13 grants · 2025 | $7,500 | Preselected only | $9.0M |
| Fred I and Gilda Nobel Foundation Incsince 1994 | $544K22 grants · 2024 | $25K | Preselected only | $11M |
| The Milana Family Foundation Incsince 2008 | $302K16 grants · 2024 | $1,005 | Preselected only | $1.4M |
| Georgia G Hiden Charitable Foundationsince 2009 | $296K15 grants · 2023 | $25K | Preselected only | $5.9M |
| Macaskill Foundationsince 2001 | $255K30 grants · 2025 | $2,500 | Preselected only | $4.0M |
| Borgia Family Foundation Incsince 2002 | $48K5 grants · 2025 | $5,000 | Preselected only | $1.3M |
| The Research Charitable Land Conservation Trustsince 1979 | — | — | Not stated | $64M |
| Patricia H Ladew Foundation Incsince 1974 | — | — | Preselected only | $3.8M |
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 Oyster Bay, New York?
Our directory lists 10 private grantmaking foundations in Oyster Bay, New York with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $212M. 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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