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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2022

Published by IRS

2023

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to support the COVID-19 Artist Emergency Fund, which will provide rapid response grants to assist documentary filmmakers with basic needs including food, immediate health needs and insurance premiums
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to support the Grantee in its work assisting sexual minorities in the MENA region following the August 4th blast in Beirut
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to support the Grantee's National Center on Criminal Justice and Disability to examine alternative community response models to policing which negatively affect people with disabilities and to share learnings by participating in the Access to Justice Know
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to support the Grantee's Center on Criminal Justice and Disability in building an international knowledge hub where advocates and professionals from both disability rights and the justice sector can share materials and exchange experiences working on the
1
to support the grantee's online platform in producing and disseminating COVID-19 related contents
1
to support the Asia Society's symposia on U.S. & European and U.S. & Asian relations with China
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to provide general support
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to provide program support to facilitate the safe release of individuals from the Baltimore City jail in response to COVID-19
1
to mobilize business leaders to advance an international agenda of anti-corruption and responsible taxation, defense of civic space, embrace for migrants and refugees, and support for a new social contract that bolsters workers' rights and livelihoods
1
to support the Digital Civil Society Lab (DCSL), a program of the Grantee's, to host an academic conference in October of 2019
1
to reduce the prevalence and depth of poverty while strengthening the resilience of vulnerable households in Kenya
1
to support British Palestinian community leaders in advancing Palestinian human rights through public outreach and education
1
to support research that aims to increase Black income and wealth, boost local hiring, and anchor neighborhood revitalization
1
to support expert research and analysis on the socio-economic impacts of migration in Latin America
1
to the strengthen the mental health system in Liberia and West Africa, through by adaptation of resources for caregivers, capacity building of mental health workforce, and policy advocacy
1
to support a convening and a series of reports to explore the prospects of universal rights and equality in pluralistic societies
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to support the Grantee, serving as fiduciary to Welcoming Atlanta, and its efforts to empower and activate the communities that were adversely affected by Covid-19
1
to provide support to the Grantee, serving as fiduciary to Welcoming Atlanta, and its work to provide cash assistance and other critical support to immigrant and other vulnerable workers impacted by the COVID 19 pandemic
1

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Amount Name Purpose Location Year
$ 100,000 The American Documentary Inc to support the COVID-19 Artist Emergency Fund, which will provide rapid response grants to assist documentary filmmakers with basic needs including food, immediate health needs and insurance premiums Brooklyn, NY 2020
$ 20,000 The Arab Foundation for Freedoms and Equality (AFE to support the Grantee in its work assisting sexual minorities in the MENA region following the August 4th blast in Beirut , 2020
$ 42,500 The Arc of the United States to support the Grantee's National Center on Criminal Justice and Disability to examine alternative community response models to policing which negatively affect people with disabilities and to share learnings by participating in the Access to Justice Know Washington, DC 2020
$ 50,000 The Arc of the United States to support the Grantee's Center on Criminal Justice and Disability in building an international knowledge hub where advocates and professionals from both disability rights and the justice sector can share materials and exchange experiences working on the Washington, DC 2020
$ 150,000 The Asia Society to support the grantee's online platform in producing and disseminating COVID-19 related contents New York, NY 2020
$ 85,000 The Asia Society to support the Asia Society's symposia on U.S. & European and U.S. & Asian relations with China New York, NY 2020
$ 25,000 The Aspen Institute Inc to provide general support Washington, DC 2020
$ 40,000 The Association for the Public Defender of Marylan to provide program support to facilitate the safe release of individuals from the Baltimore City jail in response to COVID-19 Baltimore, MD 2020
$ 250,000 The B Team Headquarters Inc to mobilize business leaders to advance an international agenda of anti-corruption and responsible taxation, defense of civic space, embrace for migrants and refugees, and support for a new social contract that bolsters workers' rights and livelihoods New York, NY 2020
$ 750 The Blue Mountain Center of Meditation Inc to provide general support Tomales, CA 2020
$ 30,000 The Board of Trustees of the Leland Stanford Junio to support the Digital Civil Society Lab (DCSL), a program of the Grantee's, to host an academic conference in October of 2019 Palo Alto, CA 2020
$ 150,000 The BOMA Project Inc to reduce the prevalence and depth of poverty while strengthening the resilience of vulnerable households in Kenya Manchester, VT 2020
$ 24,994 The British Palestinian Policy Council to support British Palestinian community leaders in advancing Palestinian human rights through public outreach and education , 2020
$ 125,000 The Brookings Institution to support research that aims to increase Black income and wealth, boost local hiring, and anchor neighborhood revitalization Washington, DC 2020
$ 125,000 The Brookings Institution to support expert research and analysis on the socio-economic impacts of migration in Latin America Washington, DC 2020
$ 25,000 The Caribbean Equality Project Inc to provide general support South Ozone Park, NY 2020
$ 100,000 The Carter Center Inc to the strengthen the mental health system in Liberia and West Africa, through by adaptation of resources for caregivers, capacity building of mental health workforce, and policy advocacy Atlanta, GA 2020
$ 96,000 The Century Foundation to support a convening and a series of reports to explore the prospects of universal rights and equality in pluralistic societies New York, NY 2020
$ 80,000 The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta to support the Grantee, serving as fiduciary to Welcoming Atlanta, and its efforts to empower and activate the communities that were adversely affected by Covid-19 Atlanta, GA 2020
$ 750,000 The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta to provide support to the Grantee, serving as fiduciary to Welcoming Atlanta, and its work to provide cash assistance and other critical support to immigrant and other vulnerable workers impacted by the COVID 19 pandemic 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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