Amara Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Amara Foundation is a private foundation in Rindge, New Hampshire. In tax year 2024 it gave $354,000 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $107,000. 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$354,000
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$107,000
- Assets$13.8 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $215,000 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 | $215,000 | 17 | $12.8 million |
| 2024 | $354,000 | 22 | $13.8 million |
How to apply
Amara 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 Amara Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $137,000 |
| New York | 6 | $70,000 |
| Massachusetts | 4 | $50,000 |
| New Hampshire | 3 | $27,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $20,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $10,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $10,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Long Now Foundation | Foster longer term thinking | $107,000 |
| Revive Restore | Genetic rescue of endangered species | $20,000 |
| Turimiquire Foundation | Family planning | $20,000 |
| Goodnation Foundation | Supports philanthropic organizations | $20,000 |
| Medical students for choice | Medical student training | $20,000 |
| National women's health network | Women's health advocacy | $20,000 |
| Hartsbrook School | Elementary School Education | $15,000 |
| RFFNH | Familiy Planning | $15,000 |
| Seeds of Independence | Youth wellness | $10,000 |
| Mount Grace Land Trust | Land protection and stewardship | $10,000 |
| Acumen Fund Inc | Alleviate poverty | $10,000 |
| Hatch Inc | Woodshop training | $10,000 |
| Hello Future Inc | Digital Literacy for refugees | $10,000 |
| Internet Archive | support digital library of archived web pages | $10,000 |
| NH Democracy fund | Programming to support democracy in New Hampshire | $10,000 |
| NY Live arts Inc | Funds artist performances and recordings | $10,000 |
| Open Space Institute Land Trust | Land conservation | $10,000 |
| Species Unite 23 Inc | Advocate for animal welfare | $10,000 |
| ALS Therapy Development Institute | Development treatment for ALS | $5,000 |
| Equal Citizens Foundation | Fixing democracy | $5,000 |
| Nawee Afrika Education | Infrastructure for education | $5,000 |
| Project Shakespeare | Promote Theater Education | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Taylor Milsal
- William D Hillis
Questions people ask
Does Amara Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Amara Foundation give?
$354,000 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Amara Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Taylor Milsal (Trustee) and William D Hillis (Trustee).
What does Amara Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, education and health.