Achilles Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Achilles Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.5 million in 12 grants; the typical grant was $10,250 and the largest $2.3 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$2.5 million
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$10,250
- Largest grant$2.3 million
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2024 was up from $169,100 the year before.
58% 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 | $169,100 | 17 | $4.0 million |
| 2024 | $2.5 million | 12 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
Achilles 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 Achilles Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $2.3 million |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $60,500 |
| New York | 4 | $45,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Schwab Charitable | General fund or charitable | $2.3 million |
| Childrens of the Chilmark Preschool | General fund or charitable | $50,000 |
| Casey Lee Ball Foundation | General fund or charitable | $33,213 |
| North County Junior Golf Association (Ncjga) | General fund or charitable | $25,000 |
| The Mental Health Coalition | General fund or charitable | $18,000 |
| Island Autism | General fund or charitable | $10,500 |
| Ny University Dept of Art | General fund or charitable | $10,000 |
| One to One Learning Inc | General fund or charitable | $10,000 |
| Overtone Industries | General fund or charitable | $10,000 |
| The Foundation for Tomorrow | General fund or charitable | $10,000 |
| Trident Academy | General fund or charitable | $10,000 |
| Skin Cancer Foundation | General fund or charitable | $7,500 |
Officers and trustees
- William J Murray
Questions people ask
Does Achilles Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Achilles Foundation give?
$2.5 million in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $10,250.
Who runs Achilles Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists William J Murray (Trustee).
What does Achilles Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.