Six String Giving Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Six String Giving Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 12 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $865,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$865,000
- Assets$22.6 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2024 was up from $794,500 the year before.
83% 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 | $794,500 | 10 | $18.8 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 12 | $22.6 million |
How to apply
Six String Giving 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
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $865,000 |
| New York | 9 | $197,500 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | Six String Giving Fund | $865,000 |
| Cornell University | Tikkun Olam Transportation Program | $75,000 |
| Port Chester Carver Center Inc | General & Unrestricted | $75,000 |
| Bob Woodruff Family Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Nassau County Ahrc Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| The Brooke Jackman Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Brooklyn Tech Alumni Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| National Alopecia Areata Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Crohns & Colitis Foundation of America | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Medecins Sans Frontieres USA Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Primary Stages Company Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Urban Pathways Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- David Kroin
- Michelle Kroin
- Nir Messafi
Questions people ask
Does Six String Giving Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Six String Giving Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Six String Giving Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David Kroin (Dir), Michelle Kroin (Dir, Pres) and Nir Messafi (Sec, Treas).