The Carl C Icahn Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Carl C Icahn Foundation is a private foundation in Sunny Isles Beach, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.4 million in 14 grants; the typical grant was $10,075 and the largest $4.0 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$4.4 million
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$10,075
- Largest grant$4.0 million
- Assets$132 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2024 was up from $488,748 the year before.
21% 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 | $488,748 | 17 | $135 million |
| 2024 | $4.4 million | 14 | $132 million |
How to apply
The Carl C Icahn 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 Carl C Icahn Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 3 | $4.2 million |
| New York | 10 | $187,283 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,525 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ipaw Inc | General support | $4.0 million |
| Fordham Preparatory School | Scholarship | $110,000 |
| University of Miami | General support | $100,000 |
| The Icahn Medical Research Foundation | General support | $80,000 |
| Academy of Mount St Ursula | Scholarship | $25,600 |
| Rye Country Day School | Scholarship | $15,153 |
| Dominican Academy of the City of New York | Scholarship | $12,150 |
| St Catharine Academy | Scholarship | $8,000 |
| St Raymond Academy | Scholarship | $7,400 |
| Breast Cancer Research Foundation | Breast cancer research | $5,000 |
| The Taft School | Scholarship | $2,525 |
| The Fresh Air Fund | General support | $2,500 |
| New York School of Interior Design | General support | $1,000 |
| Loyola School | Scholarship | $480 |
Officers and trustees
- Carl C Icahn
- Gail Golden-Icahn
- Rowella Asuncion-Gumabong
- Susan Gordon
Questions people ask
Does The Carl C Icahn Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Carl C Icahn Foundation give?
$4.4 million in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $10,075.
Who runs The Carl C Icahn Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Carl C Icahn (President, Director), Gail Golden-Icahn (Vice President, Director), Rowella Asuncion-Gumabong (VP, Treasurer, Secretary) and Susan Gordon (Secretary (Thru 07/24)).
What does The Carl C Icahn Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and science and research.