Anahata Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Anahata Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $8.5 million in 22 grants; the typical grant was $250,000 and the largest $2.0 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$8.5 million
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$250,000
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$135 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2024 was up from $7.5 million the year before.
23% 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 | $7.5 million | 25 | $140 million |
| 2024 | $8.5 million | 22 | $135 million |
How to apply
Anahata 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 Anahata Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 1 | $2.0 million |
| New York | 8 | $2.0 million |
| Connecticut | 2 | $1.5 million |
| Maine | 4 | $1.4 million |
| Vermont | 1 | $600,000 |
| California | 2 | $325,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $250,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $200,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $150,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $110,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Nature Conservancy | General | $2.0 million |
| Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation Inc | General | $1.0 million |
| Frenchman Bay Conservancy | General | $750,000 |
| Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports | General | $600,000 |
| The Greenwave Org | General | $500,000 |
| Food Bank for New York City | General | $500,000 |
| Harlem Grown | General | $500,000 |
| Glynwood Center | General | $305,000 |
| Opera House Arts | General | $300,000 |
| Pacific Mammal Marine Center | General | $300,000 |
| Brooklyn to Alaska Project | General | $250,000 |
| Deer Isle Fireman Association | General | $250,000 |
| First Descents | General | $250,000 |
| Wayne State University Motor City | General | $200,000 |
| Be A Friend Project | General | $150,000 |
| Philipstown Behavioral Health Hub Inc | General | $150,000 |
| NGLCC Foundation | General | $150,000 |
| Common Threads | General | $110,000 |
| Riverside Park Conservancy | General | $100,000 |
| Native Gardens of Blue Hill | General | $60,000 |
| The Episcopal Church of St Michael and All Angels for Friends | General | $25,000 |
| Protect the Highlands | General | $14,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jpmorgan Trust Company of Delaware
- Mark T Bertolini
Questions people ask
Does Anahata Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Anahata Foundation give?
$8.5 million in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $250,000.
Who runs Anahata Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jpmorgan Trust Company of Delaware (Trustee) and Mark T Bertolini (Co-Trustee).
What does Anahata Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.