Alison Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Alison Foundation is a private foundation in Brooklyn, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.8 million in 9 grants; the typical grant was $200,000 and the largest $845,045. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1.8 million
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$200,000
- Largest grant$845,045
- Assets$42.0 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.8 million the year before.
22% of its 2025 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 | $1.3 million | 7 | $30.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.8 million | 7 | $35.8 million |
| 2025 | $1.8 million | 9 | $42.0 million |
How to apply
Alison 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 Alison Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 2 | $845,545 |
| South Carolina | 3 | $267,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $260,000 |
| New York | 2 | $219,550 |
| Ohio | 1 | $200,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St John's College | To support the curriculum based on t | $845,045 |
| Agassiz Village | To create an expereince to help teen | $260,000 |
| University of Rochester | To provide education to students | $200,000 |
| Roper St Francis Foundation | Healing all people with compassion | $200,000 |
| Cleveland Clinic Fdn | Transform the future of healthcare | $200,000 |
| Charleston Symphony Orchestra | To promote the enjoyment of music | $60,000 |
| George Eastman Museum | Provide means for scholarly research | $19,550 |
| Chamber Music Charleston | Enhance quality of life through arts | $7,000 |
| Touchstone Discussion Project | To enhance lives through education | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ronald H Fielding
- Daniel Fielding
Questions people ask
Does Alison Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Alison Foundation give?
$1.8 million in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $200,000.
Who runs Alison Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ronald H Fielding (Trustee) and Daniel Fielding (Secretary).
What does Alison Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.