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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Latest Tax e-Filing

2022

Published by IRS

2023

People

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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 promote young people's participation in citizen security debates and criminal justice reform as a means of protecting victims of illegal and arbitrary detention
1
to support the grantee in developing the Regional Observatory focused on reducing lethal violence in Guatemala
1
to promote the principles of plurality and transparency and to stimulate public debate on electoral reform in Guatemala
1
to provide general support
4
to support a platform to respond to gender violence and generate dialogue and actions aimed at social change to eliminate violence against women
1
to support a forum and a course for leaders to advocate for change as regards financial debt models and socio-environmental justice in the Caribbean region
1
to support investigative journalism meant to educate the public around corruption in the justice system in El Salvador
1
to elaborate research and discussion papers, , convene meetings, and carry out advocacy to support transparency and anti-corruption initiatives
1
to support the design and implementation of an evidence-based homicide reduction strategy
1
to support the ""Save Internet Freedom Tech"" (SIFT) initiative, which will enhance collaborative efforts to advance the interests of internet freedom
1
to support the grantee's work on prison reform, , including trainings on self-care techniques at quarantine centers and sanitation supplies for prison populations
1
to promote and protect the rights of migrants, asylum seekers and refugees in Brazil
1
to support the Grantee's feminist investigative reporting and disseminate news and educational materials related to gender equality
1
to build a platform to promote mobilization, dialogue, and training among groups including woman, young people, and indigenous communities as a means of protecting and restoring the Amazon Rainforest
1
to support Grantee's charitable and educational activities
1
to facilitate the distribution of financial assistance to Baltimore City residents who are struggling to meet basic food and household needs due to COVID-19
1
to promote vibrant youth participation in electoral processes and promote peer learning among West African youth
1

Interest

Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations

4919 results

Amount Name Purpose Location Year
$ 82,500 Asociacion Azul Originario to promote young people's participation in citizen security debates and criminal justice reform as a means of protecting victims of illegal and arbitrary detention , 2020
$ 110,000 Asociacion Civil Dialogos to support the grantee in developing the Regional Observatory focused on reducing lethal violence in Guatemala , 2020
$ 80,000 Asociacion Civil Familiares y Amigos contra la Del to promote the principles of plurality and transparency and to stimulate public debate on electoral reform in Guatemala , 2020
$ 150,000 Asociacion Civil por la Igualdad y la Justicia to provide general support , 2020
$ 60,000 Asociacion Cultural Azoro to support a platform to respond to gender violence and generate dialogue and actions aimed at social change to eliminate violence against women , 2020
$ 20,000 Asociacion Educacion para El Desarrollo Intipacham to support a forum and a course for leaders to advocate for change as regards financial debt models and socio-environmental justice in the Caribbean region , 2020
$ 55,340 Asociacion Juvenil GatoEncerrado Media to support investigative journalism meant to educate the public around corruption in the justice system in El Salvador , 2020
$ 75,000 Asociacion para una Sociedad mas Justa (ASJ) to elaborate research and discussion papers, , convene meetings, and carry out advocacy to support transparency and anti-corruption initiatives , 2020
$ 65,000 Asociacion Por Una Vida Digna to support the design and implementation of an evidence-based homicide reduction strategy , 2020
$ 60,000 Aspiration to support the ""Save Internet Freedom Tech"" (SIFT) initiative, which will enhance collaborative efforts to advance the interests of internet freedom San Francisco, CA 2020
$ 10,000 Assistance Association for Political Prisoners (Bu to support the grantee's work on prison reform, , including trainings on self-care techniques at quarantine centers and sanitation supplies for prison populations , 2020
$ 90,000 Associacao Antonio Vieira to promote and protect the rights of migrants, asylum seekers and refugees in Brazil , 2020
$ 21,147 Associacao Azmina to support the Grantee's feminist investigative reporting and disseminate news and educational materials related to gender equality , 2020
$ 140,000 Associacao Coletivo Cultural to build a platform to promote mobilization, dialogue, and training among groups including woman, young people, and indigenous communities as a means of protecting and restoring the Amazon Rainforest , 2020
$ 307,000 Associacao Data Labe to provide general support , 2020
$ 1,000,000 Associacao Direitos Humanos em Rede to support Grantee's charitable and educational activities , 2020
$ 440,000 Associacao Direitos Humanos em Rede to provide general support , 2020
$ 265,000 Associacao Redes de Desenvolvimento da Mare to provide general support , 2020
$ 20,000 Associated Catholic Charities Inc to facilitate the distribution of financial assistance to Baltimore City residents who are struggling to meet basic food and household needs due to COVID-19 Baltimore, MD 2020
$ 60,000 Association des jeunes pour la citoyennete active to promote vibrant youth participation in electoral processes and promote peer learning among West African youth , 2020
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FOUNDATION TO PROMOTE OPEN SOCIETY
224 WEST 57TH STREET
NEW YORK,NY,10019
2125480600

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