Aerospike Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Aerospike Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $942,350 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $36,000 and the largest $400,000. 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$942,350
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$36,000
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$7.1 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2024 was up from $545,000 the year before.
75% 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 | $545,000 | 5 | $5.9 million |
| 2024 | $942,350 | 12 | $7.1 million |
How to apply
Aerospike 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.
What Aerospike Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $777,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $150,000 |
| New York | 2 | $5,350 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Uc San Diego Foundation | Education | $400,000 |
| Committee to Unleash Prosperity | Education | $150,000 |
| The Comfort Club | Education | $125,000 |
| Scripps Health | Medical | $100,000 |
| Salk Institute for Biological Studies | Medical research | $75,000 |
| Rancho Coastal Humane Society | Medical | $55,000 |
| Ses Tennis Center Benefit | Education | $17,000 |
| City of Vision | Medical | $5,000 |
| The Vision of Children Foundation | Medical | $5,000 |
| St Felix Pantry | Wellness | $5,000 |
| Face Foundation | Education | $2,850 |
| New York Road Runners Team for Kids | Wellness | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles Brandes
- Renee Brandes
- Deirdre Brandes-Oei
Questions people ask
Does Aerospike Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Aerospike Foundation Inc give?
$942,350 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $36,000.
Who runs Aerospike Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Charles Brandes (President), Renee Brandes (Secretary) and Deirdre Brandes-Oei (Director).
What does Aerospike Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and youth programs.