The Libra Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Libra Foundation is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $27.0 million in 3 grants; the typical grant was $9.0 million and the largest $19.0 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$27.0 million
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$9.0 million
- Largest grant$19.0 million
- Assets$432 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $30.0 million the year before.
50% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $30.0 million | 5 | $452 million |
| 2024 | $27.0 million | 3 | $432 million |
How to apply
The Libra Foundation 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 2 | $28.0 million |
| California | 1 | $17,100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Amalgamated Charitable Foundation | General support | $19.0 million |
| Amalgamated Charitable Foundation | General support | $9.0 million |
| McE Social Capital | General support | $17,100 |
Officers and trustees
- Nicholas Jpritzker
- Jacob Pritzker
- Joseph Pritzker
- Amy Freidinger
- James Schwaba
- Regan Pritzker
- Susan S Pritzker
- Supriya Pillai Start From 12162024
- Isaac Pritzker
- Lori D Mills Through 12162024
- Crystal Hayling Through 6032024
Questions people ask
Does The Libra Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Libra Foundation give?
$27.0 million in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $9.0 million.
Who runs The Libra Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Nicholas Jpritzker (Board Chair), Jacob Pritzker (Director), Joseph Pritzker (Director) and Amy Freidinger (Treasurer) among 11 officers and trustees.