NCG Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
NCG Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Scottsdale, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $59,657 in 40 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $15,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$59,657
- Number of grants40
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was down from $62,238 the year before.
38% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $51,821 | 35 | $971,798 |
| 2024 | $62,238 | 45 | $975,346 |
| 2025 | $59,657 | 40 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
NCG Foundation Inc says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What NCG Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Arizona. It also paid $500 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 12 | $34,283 |
| New York | 16 | $16,521 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $2,828 |
| California | 2 | $1,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,400 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $625 |
| New Hampshire | 2 | $500 |
| Vermont | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Honor Health Foundation | Charitable contributions | $15,000 |
| Arizona Musicfest | Charitable contributions | $5,000 |
| Everytown | Charitable contributions | $3,000 |
| Musical Instrument Museum | Charitable contributions | $2,575 |
| New York Center for Lawjustice | Charitable contributions | $2,501 |
| Desert Botonical Garden | Charitable contributions | $2,500 |
| Phoenix Theatre | Charitable contributions | $2,500 |
| Planned Parenthood | Charitable contributions | $2,500 |
| The Jewish Museum | Charitable contributions | $2,500 |
| World Central Kitchen | Charitable contributions | $1,828 |
| Museum of Modern Art | Charitable contributions | $1,800 |
| Arizona PBS | Charitable contributions | $1,500 |
| Dolphins Cycling Challenge | Charitable contributions | $1,400 |
| 1 West 54th St Foundation | Charitable contributions | $1,375 |
| Kbach | Charitable contributions | $1,200 |
| KJZZ | Charitable contributions | $1,200 |
| International Rescue Committee | Charitable contributions | $1,000 |
| Maravilla Education Fund | Charitable contributions | $1,000 |
| Med Share Global | Charitable contributions | $1,000 |
| MSK | Charitable contributions | $1,000 |
| NYC Ballet Young Patrons | Charitable contributions | $1,000 |
| Public Media | Charitable contributions | $625 |
| Metropolitan Museum | Charitable contributions | $600 |
| 1 for the Planet | Charitable contributions | $500 |
| Art Enables | Charitable contributions | $500 |
| Baby Quest Foundation | Charitable contributions | $500 |
| Episcopal Actors Guild | Charitable contributions | $500 |
| Gavi-Vaccine Alliance | Charitable contributions | $500 |
| Seo USA | Charitable contributions | $500 |
| Training Enables | Charitable contributions | $500 |
| The Chick Mission | Charitable contributions | $270 |
| Colonial Theatre Group | Charitable contributions | $250 |
| New England Ski Museum | Charitable contributions | $250 |
| Roundabout Theatre Company | Charitable contributions | $200 |
| Western Spirit Museum | Charitable contributions | $109 |
| Playwrights Horizons | Charitable contributions | $100 |
| Scottsdale Public Library | Charitable contributions | $100 |
| The Public Theatre | Charitable contributions | $100 |
| Phoenix Art Museum | Charitable contributions | $99 |
| Vineyard Theatre | Charitable contributions | $75 |
Officers and trustees
- Caren Shalek
- Gordon Shalek
- Naomi Caras-Miller
Questions people ask
Does NCG Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does NCG Foundation Inc give?
$59,657 in tax year 2025, across 40 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs NCG Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Caren Shalek (Vice President), Gordon Shalek (Vice President) and Naomi Caras-Miller (President).
What does NCG Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, faith communities and international.