A Private Foundation located in NEW YORK, NY



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2022 Tax Year

About this Private Foundation: 364555

This private foundation is located in New York and provides grants to support non-lobbying activities that promote open, democratic societies globally. Its funding focuses on empowering community-based organizations, advancing civil rights, and enhancing civic engagement. Key areas of interest include criminal justice reform, human rights, public health, media freedom, and democratic values. The foundation also supports initiatives aimed at addressing systemic racism and disenfranchisement within the Latinx and Black communities. Through its diverse charitable activities, the foundation aims to bolster democratic participation and advocate for social justice across various platforms.

Foundation Profile

In the dynamic landscape of philanthropy, one private foundation stands out for its unwavering commitment to fostering open, democratic societies globally. With total assets exceeding $10.5 billion in the 2023 tax year, this foundation has distributed an impressive $491.3 million in grants, reflecting its dedication to impactful charitable giving. The foundation’s mission centers on promoting non-lobbying activities that enhance democratic engagement, human rights, and public health, while also tackling systemic issues such as racism and disenfranchisement. The foundation prioritizes funding initiatives that support community-based organizations, particularly those that elevate marginalized voices in democratic processes. Notable areas of interest include criminal justice reform, media freedom, and civic engagement, with a special emphasis on empowering the Latinx community and Black communities across the nation. This holistic approach not only addresses immediate needs but also fosters long-term change by nurturing promising community-driven solutions. Geographically, the foundation's reach extends beyond the United States, with a commitment to bolstering democratic values and civic engagement in various regions, including Israel. Eligible applicants include non-profit organizations engaged in non-lobbying activities that align with the foundation’s mission. The foundation encourages innovative proposals that address pressing social issues and promote equality and justice. With a diverse portfolio of grants awarded to reputable organizations, the foundation exemplifies a collaborative spirit in philanthropy. As it continues to support transformative projects, it invites grant seekers to explore funding opportunities that align with their missions. If your organization is dedicated to advancing social equity, democracy, and community empowerment, consider leveraging the resources available through this foundation. Explore the potential for partnership and funding opportunities on The Grant Portal, and take the next step toward making a meaningful impact in your community.
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FOUNDATION TO PROMOTE OPEN SOCIETY

NEW YORK, NY

Summary

Assets

$10.5b

Distributions

$491.2m

Contributions

$0

Grant Median

$391.8k

Count

1.2k

Grant Max

$42.7m
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2022

Published by IRS

2023

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to advance the empowerment of COVID-19 vulnerable workers by strengthening the communications capacity for global networks of informal workers
1
to improve the knowledge base on social insurance for informal workers and to integrate this knowledge into the organizational and negotiating strategies of organizations of informal workers affiliated to StreetNet International.
1
to support the Worldwide Hospice and Palliative Care Alliance with a project grant to improve sustainability of global palliative care
1
to provide two-year general support to the Worldwide Hospice and Palliative Care Network
1
to support freedom of expression and freedom of speech through photography and visual storytelling in Indonesia
1
to support the development of refugee-led networks
1
to provide general support
5
to support improving health services, reducing unjust consequences of drug use among substance users, and strengthening the National Drug User Network through trainings and peer discussion meetings
1
to design a programme that will provide a platform for youth, youth leaders and youth focused organizations in Africa to build skills, collaborate and address youth-specific challenges
1
to support the Grantee's "LEAD Support Bureautheir ability to provide international law enforcement peer technical assistance and support
1
to support ANPSINEP in their work to produce and disseminate knowledge in the field of Psychology on the impact of racism on the construction of subjectivities and race relations
1
to promote access to information technology in the wake of the COVID 19 pandemic and how this affects citizen participation and livelihoods through its existing relationship with the continental platform, The Alliance for affordable internet (A4AI)
1
to support the production of a documentary to advocate in LGBT+ and non-LGBT+ communities about the need for diversity in spheres of power
1
to provide long-term technical assistance in early childhood development to Argentina's early childhood sector and to the Open Society care economy portfolio in Argentina
1
to support charitable and educational activities of Awareness Raising on Afghan Constitution
1
to enable the Grantee to continue promoting the prevention and accountability for torture, violence, and discrimination in Kenya
1

Interest

Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations

4919 results

Amount Name Purpose Location Year
$ 10,000 Women in Informal Employment Globalizing and Orga to advance the empowerment of COVID-19 vulnerable workers by strengthening the communications capacity for global networks of informal workers , 2021
$ 150,000 Women in Informal Employment Globalizing and Orga to improve the knowledge base on social insurance for informal workers and to integrate this knowledge into the organizational and negotiating strategies of organizations of informal workers affiliated to StreetNet International. , 2021
$ 20,000 Worldwide Hospice Palliative Care Alliance to support the Worldwide Hospice and Palliative Care Alliance with a project grant to improve sustainability of global palliative care , 2021
$ 80,000 Worldwide Hospice Palliative Care Alliance to provide two-year general support to the Worldwide Hospice and Palliative Care Network , 2021
$ 45,807 Yayasan Panna (PannaFoto Institute) to support freedom of expression and freedom of speech through photography and visual storytelling in Indonesia , 2021
$ 151,030 Young African Refugees for Integral Development to support the development of refugee-led networks , 2021
$ 40,000 Youth Changers Kenya to provide general support , 2021
$ 19,000 Youth Empowerment Team to support improving health services, reducing unjust consequences of drug use among substance users, and strengthening the National Drug User Network through trainings and peer discussion meetings , 2021
$ 35,000 Youth Foundation for Development Education and Le to design a programme that will provide a platform for youth, youth leaders and youth focused organizations in Africa to build skills, collaborate and address youth-specific challenges , 2021
$ 270,000 YouthRISE Nigeria to provide general support , 2021
$ 80,000 YouthRISE Nigeria to provide general support , 2021
$ 40,000 Zamara Foundation to provide general support , 2021
$ 150,000 Public Defender Association to support the Grantee's "LEAD Support Bureautheir ability to provide international law enforcement peer technical assistance and support Seattle, WA 2021
$ 20,000 Paung Ku to provide general support , 2021
$ 200,000 Instituto AMMA Psique e Negritude to support ANPSINEP in their work to produce and disseminate knowledge in the field of Psychology on the impact of racism on the construction of subjectivities and race relations , 2021
$ 100,000 Collaboration on International ICT Policy in East to promote access to information technology in the wake of the COVID 19 pandemic and how this affects citizen participation and livelihoods through its existing relationship with the continental platform, The Alliance for affordable internet (A4AI) , 2021
$ 25,000 Representa Producoes to support the production of a documentary to advocate in LGBT+ and non-LGBT+ communities about the need for diversity in spheres of power , 2021
$ 60,000 University of San Isidro to provide long-term technical assistance in early childhood development to Argentina's early childhood sector and to the Open Society care economy portfolio in Argentina , 2021
$ 16,456 Hamida Barmaki Organisation for the Rule of Law to support charitable and educational activities of Awareness Raising on Afghan Constitution , 2021
$ 150,000 Independent Medico-Legal Unit (IMLU) to enable the Grantee to continue promoting the prevention and accountability for torture, violence, and discrimination in Kenya , 2021
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FOUNDATION TO PROMOTE OPEN SOCIETY
224 WEST 57TH STREET
NEW YORK,NY,10019
2125480600

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