Aurora Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Aurora Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $53.5 million in 1 grant; the typical grant was $53.5 million and the largest $53.5 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$53.5 million
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$53.5 million
- Largest grant$53.5 million
- Assets$674 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $37.8 million the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $37.8 million | 6 | $661 million |
| 2024 | $53.5 million | 1 | $674 million |
How to apply
Aurora 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $53.5 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund | Charitable purposes | $53.5 million |
Officers and trustees
- RBC Trust Company (Delaware) LTD
- Goldman Sachs Trust Co
- Richard Knezevich Esq
Questions people ask
Does Aurora Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Aurora Foundation give?
$53.5 million in tax year 2024, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $53.5 million.
Who runs Aurora Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists RBC Trust Company (Delaware) LTD (Institutional Trustee), Goldman Sachs Trust Co (Administrative Trustee) and Richard Knezevich Esq (Trust Protector).