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

F

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 CARIBBEAN CULTURE FUND'S GRANTMAKING AND CAPACITY BUILDING IN THE CARIBBEAN TO BENEFIT INDIVIDUAL ARTISTS AND CULTURAL ORGANIZATIONS BASED IN THE CARIBBEAN BY PROVIDING FINANCIAL RESOURCES AND PROGRAMS THAT PROMOTE SOCIAL AND CULTURAL JUSTI
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TO SUPPORT THE GRANTEES WORK ON CHILE'S SOCIO-ECOLOGICAL JUST TRANSITION STRATEGY
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TO DELIVER FOURTEEN INTERDISCIPLINARY SUMMER UNIVERSITY COURSES, DEVELOPED BY CENTRAL EUROPEAN UNIVERSITY AND PARTNERS IN THE OPEN SOCIETY UNIVERSITY NETWORK
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TO SUPPORT THE INSTALLATION AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE FIRST MUNICIPAL CARE SYSTEM OF CHILE, IN THE CITY OF SANTIAGO, AND THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A MUNICIPAL POLICY FOR MIGRANTS
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TO SUPPORT THE GRANTEE'S LATINX JUSTICE FUND IN ITS EFFORTS TO BUILD LATINX CIVIC, ECONOMIC, AND CULTURAL POWER
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TO SUPPORT THE NUMUN FUND, SERVING TO ENSURE FUNDING FOR FEMINIST ACTIVISM AND MOVEMENT BUILDING THROUGH SUPPORT OF EMERGING FEMINIST TECHNOLOGY INNOVATIONS, SOLUTIONS, OR PRACTICES
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TO SUPPORT THE SHORENSTEIN CENTER'S RESEARCH ON MEDIA MANIPULATION TACTICS AND TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC ABOUT DISINFORMATION
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TO SUPPORT LAW FOR BLACK LIVES, A PROJECT OF THE GRANTEE, IN PROVIDING LEGAL ASSISTANCE, PUBLIC EDUCATION, AND TRAINING TO LAWYERS AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS IN THE STRUGGLE FOR BLACK LIBERATION
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TO SUPPORT THE CITIES FORWARD INITIATIVE, A NONPARTISAN PROJECT OF THE GRANTEE THAT SEEKS TO MAKE CIVIC PARTICIPATION A CORE CITY PRIORITY IN THE UNITED STATES
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Interest

Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations

4919 results

Amount Name Purpose Location Year
$ 800,000 BYP100 EDUCATION FUND TO PROVIDE GENERAL SUPPORT CHICAGO, IL 2022
$ 800,000 PROJECT ON MIDDLE EAST DEMOCRACY TO PROVIDE GENERAL SUPPORT WASHINGTON, DC 2022
$ 800,000 NEW MEXICO RELIGIOUS COALITION FOR REPRODUCTIVE CH TO PROVIDE GENERAL SUPPORT ALBUQUERQUE, NM 2022
$ 800,000 SEATTLE INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION TO PROVIDE GENERAL SUPPORT SEATTLE, WA 2022
$ 800,000 IRIS - INTEGRATED REFUGEE & IMMIGRANT SERVICES TO PROVIDE GENERAL SUPPORT NEW HAVEN, CT 2022
$ 800,000 ARAB FUND FOR ART AND CULTURE (AFAC) TO PROVIDE GENERAL SUPPORT , 2022
$ 800,000 STICHTING PRINS CLAUS FONDS VOOR CULTUUR EN ONTWIK TO PROVIDE GENERAL SUPPORT , 2022
$ 800,000 LE CENTRE D'ART DE PORT-AU-PRINCE TO SUPPORT THE CARIBBEAN CULTURE FUND'S GRANTMAKING AND CAPACITY BUILDING IN THE CARIBBEAN TO BENEFIT INDIVIDUAL ARTISTS AND CULTURAL ORGANIZATIONS BASED IN THE CARIBBEAN BY PROVIDING FINANCIAL RESOURCES AND PROGRAMS THAT PROMOTE SOCIAL AND CULTURAL JUSTI , 2022
$ 800,000 THE FREEDOM INITIATIVE TO PROVIDE GENERAL SUPPORT WASHINGTON, DC 2022
$ 800,000 UNITED NATIONS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME NY OFFICE TO SUPPORT THE GRANTEES WORK ON CHILE'S SOCIO-ECOLOGICAL JUST TRANSITION STRATEGY NEW YORK, NY 2022
$ 784,141 CENTRAL EUROPEAN UNIVERSITY TO DELIVER FOURTEEN INTERDISCIPLINARY SUMMER UNIVERSITY COURSES, DEVELOPED BY CENTRAL EUROPEAN UNIVERSITY AND PARTNERS IN THE OPEN SOCIETY UNIVERSITY NETWORK NEW YORK, NY 2022
$ 750,000 HIGHLANDER RESEARCH AND EDUCATION CENTER INC TO PROVIDE GENERAL SUPPORT NEW MARKET, TN 2022
$ 750,000 CORPORACION PARA EL DESARROLLO DE SANTIAGO TO SUPPORT THE INSTALLATION AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE FIRST MUNICIPAL CARE SYSTEM OF CHILE, IN THE CITY OF SANTIAGO, AND THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A MUNICIPAL POLICY FOR MIGRANTS , 2022
$ 750,000 AMALGAMATED CHARITABLE FOUNDATION TO SUPPORT THE GRANTEE'S LATINX JUSTICE FUND IN ITS EFFORTS TO BUILD LATINX CIVIC, ECONOMIC, AND CULTURAL POWER WASHINGTON, DC 2022
$ 750,000 WOMEN WIN FOUNDATION INC TO SUPPORT THE NUMUN FUND, SERVING TO ENSURE FUNDING FOR FEMINIST ACTIVISM AND MOVEMENT BUILDING THROUGH SUPPORT OF EMERGING FEMINIST TECHNOLOGY INNOVATIONS, SOLUTIONS, OR PRACTICES ARLINGTON, MA 2022
$ 750,000 PRESIDENT AND FELLOWS OF HARVARD COLLEGE TO SUPPORT THE SHORENSTEIN CENTER'S RESEARCH ON MEDIA MANIPULATION TACTICS AND TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC ABOUT DISINFORMATION CAMBRIDGE, MA 2022
$ 750,000 BLACK ORGANIZING FOR LEADERSHIP AND DIGNITY (BOLD) TO PROVIDE GENERAL SUPPORT NORTH MIAMI, FL 2022
$ 750,000 NEO PHILANTHROPY INC TO SUPPORT LAW FOR BLACK LIVES, A PROJECT OF THE GRANTEE, IN PROVIDING LEGAL ASSISTANCE, PUBLIC EDUCATION, AND TRAINING TO LAWYERS AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS IN THE STRUGGLE FOR BLACK LIBERATION NEW YORK, NY 2022
$ 750,000 THE ONE CAMPAIGN TO PROVIDE GENERAL SUPPORT WASHINGTON, DC 2022
$ 750,000 NEW VENTURE FUND TO SUPPORT THE CITIES FORWARD INITIATIVE, A NONPARTISAN PROJECT OF THE GRANTEE THAT SEEKS TO MAKE CIVIC PARTICIPATION A CORE CITY PRIORITY IN THE UNITED STATES WASHINGTON, DC 2022
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FOUNDATION TO PROMOTE OPEN SOCIETY
224 WEST 57TH STREET
NEW YORK,NY,10019
2125480600

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