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 the development and operations of a Network of Communication Officers on Migration
1
to support litigation and advocacy on behalf of victims of war crimes in Yemen
1
to provide general support
7
to support capacity building activities to benefit members of OBESSU by strengthening high school students' position among other educational stakeholders in their respective countries, as well as support research on the impact of COVID-19 on student activ
1
to create a campaign and support a series of trainings for young people in Honduras around anti-corruption initiatives
1
to test the elements that contribute to success of a holistic, whole-school approach to growth and development of teachers and students in five primary schools in the Illala Municipality of Dar es Salaam
1
to support the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Right to Health to explore decolonial, antiracist, and intersectional frameworks that can reshape the global public health architecture
1
to support the grantee's work in documenting and reporting on the voices of the most affected and vulnerable communities in Japan amid the outbreak of COVID-19
1
to create a regional platform for addressing domestic and family violence among LGBTI individuals in Asia
1
to provide emergency funding to vulnerable communities hit hard by the corona virus and its aftermath
1
to ensure Global and Equitable Access to COVID-19 diagnostics, vaccines and therapeutics
1
to support four refugee-led organizations in Uganda's West Nile region to promote broad social and behavioral changes to prevent the spread of COVID 19 in settlements through enhanced communication, meaningful engagement and advocacy
1
to contribute to strengthening the feminist movement in the MENA region by promoting dialogue, solidarity and joint agendas among nascent and established feminist groups
1
to advance refugee participation in events such as the Global Refugee Forum and to support strategic development of the Global Refugee-led Network
1

Interest

Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations

4919 results

Amount Name Purpose Location Year
$ 50,000 Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Develop to support the development and operations of a Network of Communication Officers on Migration , 2020
$ 100,000 Organisation Mondiale Contre la Torture (OMCT) to support litigation and advocacy on behalf of victims of war crimes in Yemen , 2020
$ 350,000 Organisation Mondiale Contre la Torture (OMCT) to provide general support , 2020
$ 735,000 Organisation Mondiale Contre la Torture (OMCT) to provide general support , 2020
$ 100,000 Organising Bureau of European School Student Union to support capacity building activities to benefit members of OBESSU by strengthening high school students' position among other educational stakeholders in their respective countries, as well as support research on the impact of COVID-19 on student activ , 2020
$ 60,000 Organizacion Ayudamos Honduras to create a campaign and support a series of trainings for young people in Honduras around anti-corruption initiatives , 2020
$ 100,000 Organizacion Nacional Indigena de Colombia to provide general support , 2020
$ 37,500 Organization for Community Development to test the elements that contribute to success of a holistic, whole-school approach to growth and development of teachers and students in five primary schools in the Illala Municipality of Dar es Salaam , 2020
$ 200,000 OurEquity NPC to support the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Right to Health to explore decolonial, antiracist, and intersectional frameworks that can reshape the global public health architecture , 2020
$ 20,000 OurPlanet-TV to support the grantee's work in documenting and reporting on the voices of the most affected and vulnerable communities in Japan amid the outbreak of COVID-19 , 2020
$ 105,000 Out for Justice Inc to provide general support Baltimore, MD 2020
$ 125,000 OutRight Action International to provide general support New York, NY 2020
$ 240,000 OutRight Action International to provide general support New York, NY 2020
$ 62,500 OutRight Action International to create a regional platform for addressing domestic and family violence among LGBTI individuals in Asia New York, NY 2020
$ 300,000 Oxfam Intermon to provide emergency funding to vulnerable communities hit hard by the corona virus and its aftermath , 2020
$ 200,000 Oxfam-America Inc to ensure Global and Equitable Access to COVID-19 diagnostics, vaccines and therapeutics Boston, MA 2020
$ 100,000 Oxfam-America Inc to support four refugee-led organizations in Uganda's West Nile region to promote broad social and behavioral changes to prevent the spread of COVID 19 in settlements through enhanced communication, meaningful engagement and advocacy Boston, MA 2020
$ 82,500 Oxfam-America Inc to contribute to strengthening the feminist movement in the MENA region by promoting dialogue, solidarity and joint agendas among nascent and established feminist groups Boston, MA 2020
$ 2,000,000 Oxfam-America Inc to provide general support Boston, MA 2020
$ 60,000 Oxfam-America Inc to advance refugee participation in events such as the Global Refugee Forum and to support strategic development of the Global Refugee-led Network Boston, MA 2020
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FOUNDATION TO PROMOTE OPEN SOCIETY
224 WEST 57TH STREET
NEW YORK,NY,10019
2125480600

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