A Private Foundation located in NEW YORK, NY



Latest data derived from the private foundation e-Filings updated by the IRS

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 explore, support and, where viable, pursue legal actions designed to eliminate or reduce the use of money bail and bring about pretrial reform in Baltimore
1
to enable Black Leaders Organizing for Change, a fiscally-sponsored project of the Grantee, to engage in education and organizing to bring about policing reforms in Baltimore
1
to engage in education and organizing to reduce the number of people serving long sentences in Maryland prisons
1
to provide general support
7
to support research and advocacy on economic justice and sanctions
1
to expand the crisis response program, including individual coaching, leadership coaching circles, and tools for remote working, for non-profit leaders dealing with novel challenges in the context of COVID-19
1
General Support to Pallium India
1
to support As You Sow's program to engage corporate boards using various binding strategies to improve environmental, social and governance standards to improve the health and safety of the workers, consumers, or other stakeholders subject to the negative
1
To provide general support
1
to support the New Media Ventures Innovation Fund, a project of the Grantee that provides early funding to non-profit entrepreneurs working on building infrastructure for social change
1
to help musicians and music venues address the overdose crisis through harm reduction practices
1
to inform the debate around debt and austerity policies shaping the pandemic response and recovery by fostering alternatives in the public discourse in Tunisia and the MENA region
1
to raise awareness and educate about the need for debt relief, Special Drawing Rights, and a robust G20 Common Framework so that low-income countries can benefit from these tools
1
to help Mayors in Puerto Rico present legal challenges against austerity measures deeply impacting municipalities
1

Interest

Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations

4919 results

Amount Name Purpose Location Year
$ 35,000 Public Justice Center Inc to explore, support and, where viable, pursue legal actions designed to eliminate or reduce the use of money bail and bring about pretrial reform in Baltimore Baltimore, MD 2021
$ 175,000 Public Justice Center Inc to enable Black Leaders Organizing for Change, a fiscally-sponsored project of the Grantee, to engage in education and organizing to bring about policing reforms in Baltimore Baltimore, MD 2021
$ 100,000 Out for Justice Inc to engage in education and organizing to reduce the number of people serving long sentences in Maryland prisons Baltimore, MD 2021
$ 50,000 Power Inside Inc to provide general support Baltimore, MD 2021
$ 150,000 Johns Hopkins University to support research and advocacy on economic justice and sanctions Baltimore, MD 2021
$ 25,000 Strategies for Social Change to expand the crisis response program, including individual coaching, leadership coaching circles, and tools for remote working, for non-profit leaders dealing with novel challenges in the context of COVID-19 Bayside, NY 2021
$ 150,000 Pallium India Inc General Support to Pallium India Bearsville, NY 2021
$ 300,000 Hesperian Health Guides to provide general support Berkeley, CA 2021
$ 350,000 ReThink Media Inc to provide general support Berkeley, CA 2021
$ 200,000 As You Sow to support As You Sow's program to engage corporate boards using various binding strategies to improve environmental, social and governance standards to improve the health and safety of the workers, consumers, or other stakeholders subject to the negative Berkeley, CA 2021
$ 150,000 China Digital Times to provide general support Berkeley, CA 2021
$ 100,000 United 4 Iran To provide general support Berkeley, CA 2021
$ 300,000 ImpactAssets Inc to support the New Media Ventures Innovation Fund, a project of the Grantee that provides early funding to non-profit entrepreneurs working on building infrastructure for social change Bethesda, MD 2021
$ 100,000 Western Native Voice to provide general support Billings, MT 2021
$ 90,000 Musicians for Overdose Prevention Inc to provide general support Black Mountain, NC 2021
$ 34,845 Musicians for Overdose Prevention Inc to help musicians and music venues address the overdose crisis through harm reduction practices Black Mountain, NC 2021
$ 250,000 Oxfam-America Inc to inform the debate around debt and austerity policies shaping the pandemic response and recovery by fostering alternatives in the public discourse in Tunisia and the MENA region Boston, MA 2021
$ 175,000 Oxfam-America Inc to raise awareness and educate about the need for debt relief, Special Drawing Rights, and a robust G20 Common Framework so that low-income countries can benefit from these tools Boston, MA 2021
$ 1,300,000 Oxfam-America Inc to provide general support Boston, MA 2021
$ 50,000 Oxfam-America Inc to help Mayors in Puerto Rico present legal challenges against austerity measures deeply impacting municipalities Boston, MA 2021
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FOUNDATION TO PROMOTE OPEN SOCIETY
224 WEST 57TH STREET
NEW YORK,NY,10019
2125480600

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Private Foundation Grants of $391.8k Available in NEW YORK, NY