The Look and See Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Look and See Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.5 million in 3 grants; the typical grant was $1.0 million and the largest $1.7 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$3.5 million
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$1.0 million
- Largest grant$1.7 million
- Assets$4.4 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $4.0 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 | $4.0 million | 6 | $7.1 million |
| 2024 | $3.5 million | 3 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
The Look and See 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 The Look and See Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1.7 million |
| Oregon | 1 | $1.0 million |
| California | 1 | $833,333 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Geographic Society | Pristine Seas Fund | $1.7 million |
| Foodcorps Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1.0 million |
| Sustainable Ocean Alliance Inc | General & Unrestricted | $833,333 |
Officers and trustees
- Solomon Dorsey
- Adonis Logan
- Cameron Oglesby
- Asif Rahman
- Lee Seward
- William Seward
- Emily Stabler
- Ben Stein
- Theo Ubben
- Eliza Warner
Questions people ask
Does The Look and See Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Look and See Foundation give?
$3.5 million in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $1.0 million.
Who runs The Look and See Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Solomon Dorsey (Dir), Adonis Logan (Dir), Cameron Oglesby (Dir) and Asif Rahman (Dir) among 10 officers and trustees.
What does The Look and See Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.