The Poses Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Poses Family Foundation is a private foundation in Florham Park, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $18.9 million in 66 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $10.7 million. 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$18.9 million
- Number of grants66
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$10.7 million
- Assets$686 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2024 was down from $24.2 million the year before.
26% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $24.2 million | 186 | $698 million |
| 2024 | $18.9 million | 66 | $686 million |
How to apply
The Poses Family 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 Poses Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 42 | $14.9 million |
| New Jersey | 5 | $2.1 million |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $1.6 million |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $105,000 |
| Connecticut | 5 | $66,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $60,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $18,500 |
| California | 1 | $15,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Understood for All Inc | General | $10.7 million |
| Community Foundation of NJ | General | $2.0 million |
| Share Our Strength | General | $793,500 |
| Whitney Museum of American Art | General | $750,833 |
| Shefa School | General | $600,000 |
| Project Renewal | General | $518,000 |
| Center for European Policy Analysis | General | $350,000 |
| Jed Foundation | General | $333,000 |
| Partnership for Public Service | General | $333,000 |
| Central Synagogue | General | $303,340 |
| Columbia University Research | General | $200,000 |
| New York University - NYU | General | $200,000 |
| Pase | General | $200,000 |
| Riverview School | General | $175,981 |
| Drawing Center | General | $160,000 |
| Mount Sinai Medical Center Foundation | General | $150,000 |
| National Breast Cancer Coalition Fund | General | $125,000 |
| Individual Donations to 501(C)(3) Entities Under 5000 Each | General | $120,000 |
| Camp Ramah in New England | General | $100,000 |
| Cata | General | $60,000 |
| Sylvia Rivera Law Project | General | $54,500 |
| Classic Stage Company | General | $50,000 |
| New York Restoration Project | General | $50,000 |
| New Museum | General | $42,500 |
| Groove With Me | General | $34,000 |
| 92nd St Ym & YWHA | General | $25,000 |
| Adam J Lewis Academy | General | $25,000 |
| Alzheimer's Foundation of America | General | $25,000 |
| Calvary Hospital | General | $25,000 |
| Friends of Hudson River Park | General | $25,000 |
| Gilda's Club Westchester | General | $25,000 |
| Job Path | General | $25,000 |
| Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation | General | $25,000 |
| Matan | General | $25,000 |
| Pratham USA | General | $25,000 |
| Sanctuary for Families | General | $25,000 |
| Storm King Arts Center | General | $25,000 |
| Temple Beth Sholom | General | $18,500 |
| Ideal School of Manhattan | General | $15,000 |
| Moving Forward | General | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Frederic Poses
- Nadine Ellerthorpe
- R Bruce Fisher
- Michael Kosnitzky
Questions people ask
Does The Poses Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Poses Family Foundation give?
$18.9 million in tax year 2024, across 66 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Poses Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Frederic Poses (Trustee), Nadine Ellerthorpe (Treasurer), R Bruce Fisher (Trustee) and Michael Kosnitzky (Trustee).
What does The Poses Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and health.