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 support the Grantee's program, Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab, research and piloting work on a comprehensive response to femicide in Mexico City
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to develop a macroeconomic model integrating the care economy for Colombia
1
to support Observatorio Fiscal's efforts to analyze and share their findings on the impact of taxation and public spending on women in Colombia
1
to support the Grantee's Intercultural Studies Institute to facilitate the effective participation of indigenous, afro-descendant, and peasant communities in Colombia's transitional justice mechanisms
1
to support advocacy that will benefit EU citizens by ensuring that the ECB's COVID-19 response addresses climate goals and is socially equitable
1
to provide legal advice for migrant workers who are negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic in Japan, conduct research on their working and living conditions, and publish a report describing their situations
1
to provide general support
3
to support the Grantee's Labor and Worklife Program to foster innovation in building worker power through experimenting and piloting new strategies and re-imagining American labor law
1
to research media manipulation tactics and provide trainings around disinformation
1
to support the Berkman Klein Center's detailed analysis of political communication related to the 2020 U.S. elections, which aims to elucidate understanding of the evolution and dynamics of political debates
1
to support the Grantee's Shorenstein Center on Media, Politics, and Public Policy to conduct research on media manipulation
1
to support the research work of the Growth Lab at the Center for International Development
1
to support the research work of the Growth Lab at the Center for International Development on policy options for future economic recovery in Venezuela
1
to support harm reduction-based approaches to protect the health and rights of marginalized populations in Tijuana, Mexico
1
to support activities to strengthen practice and scale up delivery of quality early childhood development programs and services in emergency contexts.
1
to support a convening to coordinate the development of an access to justice knowledge hub for persons with disabilities, enabling people from around the world to share knowledge and expertise
1
to enable equal access to justice for persons with psychosocial and intellectual disabilities and to develop the Grantee's Knowledge Hub, which will share best practice concerning access to justice and fair participation for persons with disabilities
1
to develop and implement a new organizational strategic plan; and to work with partners globally to challenge the drivers of digital identity systems and advocate for the protection of rights including privacy and freedom from discrimination as these syst
1

Interest

Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations

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Amount Name Purpose Location Year
$ 132,000 Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile to support the Grantee's program, Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab, research and piloting work on a comprehensive response to femicide in Mexico City , 2020
$ 140,000 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana - Bogota to develop a macroeconomic model integrating the care economy for Colombia , 2020
$ 25,000 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana - Bogota to support Observatorio Fiscal's efforts to analyze and share their findings on the impact of taxation and public spending on women in Colombia , 2020
$ 70,000 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Cali to support the Grantee's Intercultural Studies Institute to facilitate the effective participation of indigenous, afro-descendant, and peasant communities in Colombia's transitional justice mechanisms , 2020
$ 150,000 Positive Money Europe to support advocacy that will benefit EU citizens by ensuring that the ECB's COVID-19 response addresses climate goals and is socially equitable , 2020
$ 20,000 POSSE to provide legal advice for migrant workers who are negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic in Japan, conduct research on their working and living conditions, and publish a report describing their situations , 2020
$ 50,000 Power Inside Inc to provide general support Baltimore, MD 2020
$ 200,000 President and Fellows of Harvard College to support the Grantee's Labor and Worklife Program to foster innovation in building worker power through experimenting and piloting new strategies and re-imagining American labor law Cambridge, MA 2020
$ 400,000 President and Fellows of Harvard College to research media manipulation tactics and provide trainings around disinformation Cambridge, MA 2020
$ 140,000 President and Fellows of Harvard College to support the Berkman Klein Center's detailed analysis of political communication related to the 2020 U.S. elections, which aims to elucidate understanding of the evolution and dynamics of political debates Cambridge, MA 2020
$ 225,000 President and Fellows of Harvard College to support the Grantee's Shorenstein Center on Media, Politics, and Public Policy to conduct research on media manipulation Cambridge, MA 2020
$ 250,000 President and Fellows of Harvard College to support the research work of the Growth Lab at the Center for International Development Cambridge, MA 2020
$ 1,000,000 President and Fellows of Harvard College to support the research work of the Growth Lab at the Center for International Development on policy options for future economic recovery in Venezuela Cambridge, MA 2020
$ 6,000 PrevenCasa AC to support harm reduction-based approaches to protect the health and rights of marginalized populations in Tijuana, Mexico , 2020
$ 356,262 Prism the Gift Fund to support activities to strengthen practice and scale up delivery of quality early childhood development programs and services in emergency contexts. , 2020
$ 27,421 Prison Reform Trust to support a convening to coordinate the development of an access to justice knowledge hub for persons with disabilities, enabling people from around the world to share knowledge and expertise , 2020
$ 100,000 Prison Reform Trust to enable equal access to justice for persons with psychosocial and intellectual disabilities and to develop the Grantee's Knowledge Hub, which will share best practice concerning access to justice and fair participation for persons with disabilities , 2020
$ 200,000 Privacy International to develop and implement a new organizational strategic plan; and to work with partners globally to challenge the drivers of digital identity systems and advocate for the protection of rights including privacy and freedom from discrimination as these syst , 2020
$ 175,000 Pro Publica to provide general support New York, NY 2020
$ 750,000 ProGeorgia State Table Inc to provide general support Atlanta, GA 2020
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FOUNDATION TO PROMOTE OPEN SOCIETY
224 WEST 57TH STREET
NEW YORK,NY,10019
2125480600

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