Updated Nov 3, 2026
Private foundations based in Pleasantville, New York
4 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Pleasantville, New York, holding $16M 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freedom and Justice Foundation Incsince 2018 | $355K30 grants · 2025 | $3,500 | Preselected only | $6.0M |
| Jacob Burns Foundation Incsince 1959 | $326K62 grants · 2024 | $1,750 | Preselected only | $7.8M |
| Kirkwood Family Foundationsince 2008 | $57K8 grants · 2024 | $5,000 | Yes | $1.1M |
| 2006 Bruckner Family Charitable Foundation Tr Agreementsince 2016 | $52K5 grants · 2025 | $12K | Preselected only | $1.5M |
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 Pleasantville, New York?
Our directory lists 4 private grantmaking foundations in Pleasantville, New York with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $16M. 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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