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

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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 provide general support
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to support the North Carolina Black Leadership and Organizing Collective, a sponsored project of the Grantee dedicated to advancing Black and marginalized communities across North Carolina
1
to support work that addresses over incarceration in pre-trial detention as well as restorative justice for incarcerated persons, particularly women who use drugs
1
to produce an online collaborative video series on public health in Brazil
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 support the Black-Led Movement Fund, a project of the grantee, a national donor collaborative seeking to build a new generation of racial justice advocates promoting systemic social change
1
to support the Grantee's Immigration Litigation Fund
1
to support the Communities Transforming Policing Fund, a fund to support local community-based police reform campaigns, which is housed at Borealis Philanthropy
1
to support a youth led initiative to create and promote public policy solutions to the issue of child and youth poverty in Puerto Rico
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to provide general and scholarship support to BRAC University, Bangladesh
1
to create and support digital media campaigns designed to educate people and engage them on efforts to advance sentencing and corrections reforms and to popularize restorative, community-based solutions to health and safety that reduce reliance on incarce
1
to provide support to Costs of War's ongoing campaign to educate the public and policymakers about the budgetary, human, and political costs of the ongoing U.S. post-9/11 wars
1
to utilize consumer protection advocacy and voice to improve access to medicines and innovation in Brazil.
1
to support the grantee as it draws attention to the plight of various marginalized populations who have been negatively impacted by COVID-19, leading to increased attention to these communities and mitigation of the effects of COVID-19
1
to support Grantees' strategy in educating the public about Israeli occupation and expose violations against Palestinians
1

Interest

Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations

4919 results

Amount Name Purpose Location Year
$ 35,000 Blue Diamond Society to provide general support , 2020
$ 250,000 Blueprint North Carolina to support the North Carolina Black Leadership and Organizing Collective, a sponsored project of the Grantee dedicated to advancing Black and marginalized communities across North Carolina Raleigh, NC 2020
$ 1,000,000 Blueprint North Carolina to provide general support Raleigh, NC 2020
$ 168,022 Board of Trustees of Southern Illinois University to support work that addresses over incarceration in pre-trial detention as well as restorative justice for incarcerated persons, particularly women who use drugs Carbondale, IL 2020
$ 25,000 Bombozila to produce an online collaborative video series on public health in Brazil , 2020
$ 20,000 Bon Secours of Maryland Foundation Inc dba Bon S 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
$ 200,000 Borealis Philanthropy to support the Black-Led Movement Fund, a project of the grantee, a national donor collaborative seeking to build a new generation of racial justice advocates promoting systemic social change Minneapolis, MN 2020
$ 200,000 Borealis Philanthropy to support the Grantee's Immigration Litigation Fund Minneapolis, MN 2020
$ 1,150,000 Borealis Philanthropy to support the Communities Transforming Policing Fund, a fund to support local community-based police reform campaigns, which is housed at Borealis Philanthropy Minneapolis, MN 2020
$ 100,000 Boys and Girls Clubs of Puerto Rico to support a youth led initiative to create and promote public policy solutions to the issue of child and youth poverty in Puerto Rico , 2020
$ 100,000 Boys and Girls Clubs of Puerto Rico to provide general support , 2020
$ 4,000,000 BRAC USA Inc to provide general and scholarship support to BRAC University, Bangladesh New York, NY 2020
$ 5,000 Brave New Films to provide general support Culver City, CA 2020
$ 150,000 Brave New Films to create and support digital media campaigns designed to educate people and engage them on efforts to advance sentencing and corrections reforms and to popularize restorative, community-based solutions to health and safety that reduce reliance on incarce Culver City, CA 2020
$ 60,000 Brazilian Institute for Consumers Defense (IDEC) to provide support to Costs of War's ongoing campaign to educate the public and policymakers about the budgetary, human, and political costs of the ongoing U.S. post-9/11 wars , 2020
$ 70,000 Brazilian Institute for Consumers Defense (IDEC) to utilize consumer protection advocacy and voice to improve access to medicines and innovation in Brazil. , 2020
$ 37,500 Bread for the City Inc to provide general support Washington, DC 2020
$ 100,000 Bread for the World Institute Inc to support the grantee as it draws attention to the plight of various marginalized populations who have been negatively impacted by COVID-19, leading to increased attention to these communities and mitigation of the effects of COVID-19 Washington, DC 2020
$ 100,000 Breaking the Silence to support Grantees' strategy in educating the public about Israeli occupation and expose violations against Palestinians , 2020
$ 500,000 Bronx Foundation Inc to provide general support Bronx, NY 2020
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FOUNDATION TO PROMOTE OPEN SOCIETY
224 WEST 57TH STREET
NEW YORK,NY,10019
2125480600

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