Aronson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Aronson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Westport, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $11.1 million in 2 grants; the typical grant was $5.5 million and the largest $10.8 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$11.1 million
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$5.5 million
- Largest grant$10.8 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $335,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $335,000 | 1 | $10.6 million |
| 2024 | $11.1 million | 2 | $0 |
How to apply
Aronson Family 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.
What Aronson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $10.8 million |
| Connecticut | 1 | $329,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ms Global Impact Funding Trust | To make distributions to public charities under irc section 509(a)(1) & (2) for charitable purposes aligned to the mission of the aronson family foundation. | $10.8 million |
| See Statement A | See statement a | $329,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Henry W Berinstein
- Joan Poster
- Cynthia Poster Eigen
- Meredith Poster
Questions people ask
Does Aronson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Aronson Family Foundation give?
$11.1 million in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $5.5 million.
Who runs Aronson Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Henry W Berinstein (Trustee), Joan Poster (Trustee), Cynthia Poster Eigen (Trustee) and Meredith Poster (Trustee).
What does Aronson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and international.