The Aileen Getty Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Aileen Getty Foundation is a private foundation in Reno, Nevada. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 23 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$2,358
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.0 million the year before.
56% 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 | $2.0 million | 17 | $1,615 |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 23 | $2,358 |
How to apply
The Aileen Getty 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 The Aileen Getty Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California. It also paid $37,500 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 9 | $463,500 |
| New York | 5 | $322,500 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $184,912 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $100,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $100,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $10,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California Volunteers Fund | California climate action corps | $250,000 |
| Sustainable Markets Foundation | Third act | $162,500 |
| Empowers Africa Inc | To support projects in africa | $100,000 |
| National Archives Foundation | Rightfully hers fund | $100,000 |
| Clinton Foundation the | Hillary rodham clinton leadership program | $100,000 |
| Utah Film Center | Project one point five (fka a climate reckoning) | $100,000 |
| Representation Project | Fight against sexism | $75,000 |
| Elton John AIDS Foundation | Aids epidemic | $50,000 |
| Institute for Nonprofit News | Gigafact | $50,000 |
| The Alliance for Climate Protection | To support the climate reality project | $49,912 |
| Rose Hall Cultural and Development Organization | Grant made in june 2025 to support construction of a community center in saint vincent and the grenadines, in partnership with the united nations development program. This grant was made under expenditure responsibility as the grantee is not a section 501(c)(3). Required reports, including the 2024 annual report, were received and reviewed by the foundation board. | $37,500 |
| Yellow Dot Studios Inc | General fund | $25,000 |
| Jane Goodall Institute | General fund | $25,000 |
| Jenesse Center Inc | Survivors of domestic violence project | $25,000 |
| Social and Environmental Entrepreneurs | Mission of heart forward la | $20,000 |
| Climate Emergency Fund | General fund | $15,000 |
| Good Energy Project Incthe | Work at the good energy project | $10,000 |
| Evergreen Collaborative | General fund | $10,000 |
| Africa Foundation USA | General fund | $10,000 |
| Friends of Hudson River Park Inc | General fund | $5,000 |
| Model Alliance Inc | General fund | $5,000 |
| From the Heart Productions | General fund | $2,500 |
| Capital & Main | General fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Aileen Getty
- Sarah Ezzy
- Raylene Ames
- Mark Denzler
- Megan Woida
Questions people ask
Does The Aileen Getty Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Aileen Getty Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Aileen Getty Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Aileen Getty (President), Sarah Ezzy (Vice President), Raylene Ames (Treasurer) and Mark Denzler (Former Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Aileen Getty Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, international and arts and culture.