A Private Foundation located in NEW YORK, NY



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IRS Form 990 PF

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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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Latest Tax e-Filing

2022

Published by IRS

2023

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# Name Title Hours / Wk Comp ($)
1 GEORGE SOROS DIRECTOR AND CHAIRMAN 2.00 0

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NEW YORK

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to support Grantee's work in uplifting and including essential workers and vulnerable communities impacted by Covid-19
1
to launch the Independent Resource Generation Hub,which seeks to centralize learning and exploration of resource generation models for non-profits
1
to deepen understanding of Latinx communities in order to increase nonpartisan civic participation and engagement of these populations
1
to support the Grantee to launch the Families and Workers Fund and support the establishment of the Capital Markets Hub in order to address the economic crisis facing workers, families, and communities, and to strengthen the power of worker advocates to i
1
to support organizations responding to the impact of COVID-19 on vulnerable communities in Washington, D.C.
1
to support the Return to the Heart Foundation, a sponsored project of the Grantee, to procure and distribute Personal Protective Equipment and other needs in response to the COVID-19 outbreaks in tribal communities
1
to mobilize funders in support of building power,, influence, and direct decision-making authority of communities of color and low-income communities to advance equitable and regional development
1
to provide support to Family Support Network, a fiscally-sponsored project of the Grantee, in order to expand its capacity to reduce mass incarceration in Maryland, especially in the era of COVID-19
1
to support Caribbean artists and cultural practitioners to focus on the themes of climate justice, human rights, gender and culture in light of the COVID crisis
1
to provide general support
1
to strengthen and increase the visibility of victims and groups disproportionately affected by militarization of citizen security in Mexico
1
to support promoting economic justice in Thailand with a special focus on the promotion and defense of land & natural resource rights for local communities
1
to support Accountability Research Center's capacity building initiatives in monitoring, evaluation, and learning, and strategic communications
1
to host a research fellow to complete a book- length analysis of Cuba's economy and economic reforms
1
to support a conference and workshop on care work and the economy for civil society groups
1
to support faculty from universities in the global south in preparing and launching graduate courses on gender analysis in economics in their home universities
1
to incorporate legal aid into government programs,policies, and initiatives at the state and local level
1
to support the documentation and generation of knowledge and analysis on how feminist organizations and activists have responded to COVID-19 in the MENA region
1
to support a mapping of the approaches carried out by civil society actors in the MENA region in order to expand their impact on civil, cultural, and other socio-economic issues
1
to train health professionals among refugees and their host communities, using state of the art distance learning
1

Interest

Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations

4919 results

Amount Name Purpose Location Year
$ 671,490 Amalgamated Charitable Foundation to support Grantee's work in uplifting and including essential workers and vulnerable communities impacted by Covid-19 Washington, DC 2020
$ 200,000 Amalgamated Charitable Foundation to launch the Independent Resource Generation Hub,which seeks to centralize learning and exploration of resource generation models for non-profits Washington, DC 2020
$ 750,000 Amalgamated Charitable Foundation to deepen understanding of Latinx communities in order to increase nonpartisan civic participation and engagement of these populations Washington, DC 2020
$ 1,600,000 Amalgamated Charitable Foundation to support the Grantee to launch the Families and Workers Fund and support the establishment of the Capital Markets Hub in order to address the economic crisis facing workers, families, and communities, and to strengthen the power of worker advocates to i Washington, DC 2020
$ 125,000 Amalgamated Charitable Foundation to support organizations responding to the impact of COVID-19 on vulnerable communities in Washington, D.C. Washington, DC 2020
$ 575,000 Amalgamated Charitable Foundation to support the Return to the Heart Foundation, a sponsored project of the Grantee, to procure and distribute Personal Protective Equipment and other needs in response to the COVID-19 outbreaks in tribal communities Washington, DC 2020
$ 500,000 Amalgamated Charitable Foundation to mobilize funders in support of building power,, influence, and direct decision-making authority of communities of color and low-income communities to advance equitable and regional development Washington, DC 2020
$ 13,000 American Civil Liberties Union Foundation of Maryl to provide support to Family Support Network, a fiscally-sponsored project of the Grantee, in order to expand its capacity to reduce mass incarceration in Maryland, especially in the era of COVID-19 Baltimore, MD 2020
$ 320,000 American Friends of Jamaica to support Caribbean artists and cultural practitioners to focus on the themes of climate justice, human rights, gender and culture in light of the COVID crisis New York, NY 2020
$ 160,000 American Jewish World Service Inc to provide general support New York, NY 2020
$ 90,000 American Jewish World Service Inc to strengthen and increase the visibility of victims and groups disproportionately affected by militarization of citizen security in Mexico New York, NY 2020
$ 100,000 American Jewish World Service Inc to support promoting economic justice in Thailand with a special focus on the promotion and defense of land & natural resource rights for local communities New York, NY 2020
$ 30,000 American University to support Accountability Research Center's capacity building initiatives in monitoring, evaluation, and learning, and strategic communications Washington, DC 2020
$ 25,000 American University to host a research fellow to complete a book- length analysis of Cuba's economy and economic reforms Washington, DC 2020
$ 50,000 American University to support a conference and workshop on care work and the economy for civil society groups Washington, DC 2020
$ 100,000 American University to support faculty from universities in the global south in preparing and launching graduate courses on gender analysis in economics in their home universities Washington, DC 2020
$ 150,000 American University to incorporate legal aid into government programs,policies, and initiatives at the state and local level Washington, DC 2020
$ 150,000 American University of Beirut to support the documentation and generation of knowledge and analysis on how feminist organizations and activists have responded to COVID-19 in the MENA region New York, NY 2020
$ 50,000 American University of Beirut to support a mapping of the approaches carried out by civil society actors in the MENA region in order to expand their impact on civil, cultural, and other socio-economic issues New York, NY 2020
$ 170,000 American University of Beirut to train health professionals among refugees and their host communities, using state of the art distance learning New York, NY 2020
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FOUNDATION TO PROMOTE OPEN SOCIETY
224 WEST 57TH STREET
NEW YORK,NY,10019
2125480600

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