Tavitian Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Tavitian Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Montvale, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.4 million in 6 grants; the typical grant was $62,500 and the largest $800,000. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$62,500
- Largest grant$800,000
- Assets$46.9 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2024 was up from $984,000 the year before.
83% 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 | $984,000 | 2 | $45.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 6 | $46.9 million |
How to apply
Tavitian 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Tavitian Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 1 | $800,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $480,000 |
| New York | 4 | $135,700 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Carnegie Endowment Fund for International Peace | Global policies for internation peace | $800,000 |
| Trustee of Tufts | Education | $480,000 |
| The Frick Collection | Support artistic production | $100,000 |
| The Metropolitian Opera | Support artistic production | $25,000 |
| Docomomo US | Education | $10,000 |
| Knickerbocker Club | Christmas fund | $700 |
Officers and trustees
- Candace Beinecke
- David Oifer
- Joyce Barsam
Questions people ask
Does Tavitian Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tavitian Foundation Inc give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $62,500.
Who runs Tavitian Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Candace Beinecke (President), David Oifer (Secretary) and Joyce Barsam (Vice President).
What does Tavitian Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.