The Sky Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Sky Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $333,960 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $9,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$333,960
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$9,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$9.9 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was down from $342,000 the year before.
67% 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 | $342,000 | 11 | $9.3 million |
| 2024 | $333,960 | 13 | $9.9 million |
How to apply
The Sky 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.
What The Sky Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 1 | $150,000 |
| New York | 7 | $74,460 |
| California | 2 | $55,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $50,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $2,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Digital Harbor Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $150,000 |
| Cascade Climate Inc | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Spark Climate Solutions Inc | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Ms 297 Parent Teacher Association Inc | General & Unrestricted | $21,160 |
| Waterwell Productions Inc | General & Unrestricted | $16,000 |
| New York International Childrens Film Festival Inc | General & Unrestricted | $15,800 |
| Waterwell Productions Inc | 75 Morton Program | $9,000 |
| The New York Public Library Astor Lenox and Tilden | General & Unrestricted | $6,500 |
| Foundation for National Progress | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Sure We Can Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Canary Media Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Wikimedia Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Innocence Project Inc | Spring Gala | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Doug Daniels
- Jennifer Young
- Kenneth Young
Questions people ask
Does The Sky Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sky Foundation Inc give?
$333,960 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $9,000.
Who runs The Sky Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Doug Daniels (Dir), Jennifer Young (Dir, Sec, VP) and Kenneth Young (Dir, Pres, Treas).
What does The Sky Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and education.