The Josef and Anni Albers Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Josef and Anni Albers Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Bethany, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.8 million in 19 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $2.6 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$2.8 million
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$2.6 million
- Assets$274 million
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.2 million the year before.
37% of its 2024 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 | $2.2 million | 26 | $278 million |
| 2024 | $2.8 million | 19 | $274 million |
How to apply
The Josef and Anni Albers 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Josef and Anni Albers Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Connecticut. It also paid $50,891 in 3 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 4 | $2.6 million |
| New York | 7 | $133,299 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $3,190 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
| California | 1 | $10 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Friends of Le Korsa Inc | General donation | $2.6 million |
| Publicolor | Scholarships | $50,000 |
| The Classical Theatre of Harlem | General donation | $50,000 |
| The Glucksman | General donationgeneralgeneral donation | $50,000 |
| Loomis Chaffee School | General donation for $40,000; glass art supplies for $5,000; glass art teacher for $5,000general donationgeneal donationgeneral donation | $27,500 |
| Bellevue Literary Press | General donation | $21,670 |
| Connecticut Public Broadcasting | General donation | $5,000 |
| Emerge 125 | General donation | $5,000 |
| Outward Bound USA | General donation | $5,000 |
| Wshusacred Heart University | General donation | $5,000 |
| Rehearsal for Life | General donation | $2,160 |
| Pen America | General donation | $1,039 |
| Cape Cod Modern House Trust | General donation | $1,030 |
| The Aspen Institute | General donation | $1,000 |
| Black Mountain College | General donationgeneral donation | $1,000 |
| Seeit Working Trust | General donation | $640 |
| Literary Agents for Change | General donation | $590 |
| Young Epilepsy | General donation | $251 |
| Wikipedia | General donation | $10 |
Officers and trustees
- Nicholas Weber
- Charlotte Fox Weber
- Rupert Taylor
- Fabrice Hergott
Questions people ask
Does The Josef and Anni Albers Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Josef and Anni Albers Foundation Inc give?
$2.8 million in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Josef and Anni Albers Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Nicholas Weber (Exec Director), Charlotte Fox Weber (Director/President), Rupert Taylor (Director/Treasurer) and Fabrice Hergott (Director/Secretary).
What does The Josef and Anni Albers Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and international.