Genie Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Genie Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Newton, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $504,861 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $60,290 and the largest $239,280. 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$504,861
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$60,290
- Largest grant$239,280
- Assets$14.2 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $367,201 the year before.
50% 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 | $367,201 | 4 | $11.9 million |
| 2024 | $504,861 | 6 | $14.2 million |
How to apply
Genie 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.
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to North Carolina. It also paid $70,581 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 1 | $239,280 |
| California | 1 | $75,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $50,000 |
| New York | 1 | $40,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bridge Turklye Fund | General support | $239,280 |
| Yuva Dernegi | General support | $75,000 |
| Turkiye Erozyonla | General support | $70,581 |
| Doorways | General support | $50,000 |
| Give Directly Climate Survival Fund | General support | $40,000 |
| Afac Arlington Food Assistance Center | General support | $30,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Christine Strossman
- Berkay Mollamustafagolu
Questions people ask
Does Genie Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Genie Foundation Inc give?
$504,861 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $60,290.
Who runs Genie Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Christine Strossman (President) and Berkay Mollamustafagolu (Treasurer).