Glenstone Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Glenstone Foundation is a private foundation in Potomac, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $15.3 million in 7 grants; the typical grant was $50,252 and the largest $11.9 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$15.3 million
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$50,252
- Largest grant$11.9 million
- Assets$4.4 billion
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.8 million the year before.
43% 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 | $2.8 million | 13 | $4.3 billion |
| 2024 | $15.3 million | 7 | $4.4 billion |
How to apply
Glenstone 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Glenstone Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $11.9 million |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $1.8 million |
| Maryland | 1 | $1.5 million |
| New York | 1 | $50,252 |
| Florida | 1 | $50,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation to Combat Antisemitism | Community support address inequality | $11.9 million |
| National Gallery of Art | Support the arts | $1.8 million |
| Scotland AME Church | General support | $1.5 million |
| American Fund for the Southbank Centre | Support the arts | $50,252 |
| National Foundation for Advancement of the Arts | General support | $50,000 |
| United Way of National Capital Area | General support | $10,829 |
| Shelburne Museum | Support the arts | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mitchell P Rales
- Emily W Rales
- C Scott Brannan
- Rachel L S Plumley
- Anthony Cerveny
- Noordin Moloo
Questions people ask
Does Glenstone Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Glenstone Foundation give?
$15.3 million in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $50,252.
Who runs Glenstone Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mitchell P Rales (Chairman/Director), Emily W Rales (President), C Scott Brannan (Vice Pres./Treasurer/Director) and Rachel L S Plumley (Secretary/Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Glenstone Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.