Cornerstone Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Cornerstone Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Washington, District of Columbia. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.2 million in 12 grants; the typical grant was $155,000 and the largest $350,000. 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$2.2 million
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$155,000
- Largest grant$350,000
- Assets$53.3 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.9 million the year before.
25% 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 | $1.9 million | 11 | $51.5 million |
| 2024 | $2.2 million | 12 | $53.3 million |
How to apply
Cornerstone 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 Cornerstone Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 6 | $1.2 million |
| Maryland | 1 | $340,000 |
| New York | 2 | $325,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $150,000 |
| California | 2 | $135,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Defense Fund | Support charitable activities | $350,000 |
| Island Institute | Support charitable activities | $340,000 |
| Teach for America | Support charitable activities | $240,000 |
| House of Ruth | Support charitable activities | $240,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America Inc | Support charitable activities | $200,000 |
| Rock the Vote | Support charitable activities | $160,000 |
| The Posse Foundation | Support charitable activities | $150,000 |
| Children's Literacy Initiative | Support charitable activities | $150,000 |
| William J Brennan Jr Center for Justice Inc | Support charitable activities | $125,000 |
| Thurgood Marshall College Fund | Support charitable activities | $80,000 |
| The Trevor Project | Support charitable activities | $75,000 |
| The Basic Fund | Support charitable activities | $60,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Katherine Vogt
- Martin Romo
- Emily Vogt
- Elizabeth Vogt
- Lucy Vogt
Questions people ask
Does Cornerstone Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cornerstone Foundation Inc give?
$2.2 million in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $155,000.
Who runs Cornerstone Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Katherine Vogt (Managing Trustee), Martin Romo (Treasurer), Emily Vogt (Secretary) and Elizabeth Vogt (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Cornerstone Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.