The Tripadvisor Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Tripadvisor Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Needham, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 12 grants; the typical grant was $33,855 and the largest $329,405. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$33,855
- Largest grant$329,405
- Assets$10.0 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.4 million the year before.
42% 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 | $2.4 million | 13 | $13.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 12 | $10.0 million |
How to apply
The Tripadvisor Charitable 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 Tripadvisor Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to District of Columbia. It also paid $229,939 in 4 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 2 | $422,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $329,405 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $52,710 |
| California | 1 | $15,000 |
| New York | 2 | $3,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Online Giving Foundation | Mission is to connect charities with the worlds largest companies and employees, using technology to transform the way they receive funds and freeing up their time and resources to focus on delivering community impact. | $329,405 |
| World Central Kitchen | WCK uses the power of food to nourish communities and strengthen economies through times of crisis and beyond. | $300,000 |
| The UK Online Giving Foundation | The UK Online Giving Foundation is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) registered in England and Wales (Reg. No. 1164887) working to improve philanthropy in the United Kingdom. | $167,576 |
| Global Giving Foundation | Provides a global crowdfunding platform for grassroots charitable projects. improve philanthropy in the United Kingdom | $122,000 |
| Charitable Giving | The charity's objectives are the promotion of the effectiveness and efficiency of charities by promoting and advising upon tax efficient giving, advising upon fund raising strategy and providing fundraising support and administrative services. | $53,011 |
| Rise Against Hunger | Rise Against Hunger is growing a global movement to end hunger by empowering communities, nourishing lives and responding to emergencies. | $52,710 |
| Goodera Foundation Inc | Harness the power of collective action and innovation to address pressing global challenges, build a sustainable future, promote social equity, and inspire shared commitment to making our world a better place. | $15,000 |
| Canadian Online Giving Foundation | Its mission is to realize significant fundraising across a broad demographic of donor users and effect the distribution of contributions to eligible charities as a donor advised fund. | $4,793 |
| Australian Online Giving Foundation | The Australian Online Giving Foundation (AOGF) is a charity working to improve Philanthropy in Australia, by maximising donor contributions to eligible charities, through a Donor Advised Fund. | $4,559 |
| Donors Choose | The International Rescue Committee responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is at work in over 40 countries and 26 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. | $3,000 |
| Brookline Food Coop | Organization provides free food to elderly, disabled, and low-income households in the Metro area. | $1,000 |
| Juneteenth March Incorporated | Celebrate Black American Freedom in all of its diverse representations, including Black Health, Black Wealth, and our shared Black History. | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephen Kauffer
- Seth Kalvert
- Beth Grous
Questions people ask
Does The Tripadvisor Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Tripadvisor Charitable Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $33,855.
Who runs The Tripadvisor Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Stephen Kauffer (Director/President), Seth Kalvert (Director SVP) and Beth Grous (Director).
What does The Tripadvisor Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, food and hunger and faith communities.