Alson Foundation Fka the Neil Barsky and Joan S Davidson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Alson Foundation Fka the Neil Barsky and Joan S Davidson Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $331,917 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $70,000. 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$331,917
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees73%
Giving in 2025 was up from $155,342 the year before.
73% of its 2025 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 | $146,735 | 17 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $155,342 | 16 | $2.2 million |
| 2025 | $331,917 | 22 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Alson Foundation Fka the Neil Barsky and Joan S Davidson 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 Alson Foundation Fka the Neil Barsky and Joan S Davidson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 13 | $240,917 |
| California | 2 | $35,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $17,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Studio Museum in Harlem | General | $70,000 |
| The World Around | General | $45,000 |
| Marshall Project | General | $35,717 |
| Women Donor Network | General | $25,000 |
| Florence Immigrant & Refugee Rights Project | General | $20,000 |
| Cuny School of Law Foundation | General | $15,000 |
| J Street Education Fund | General | $15,000 |
| Ola of Eastern Long Island | General | $15,000 |
| Greater Ny | General | $10,000 |
| New Israel Fund | General | $10,000 |
| New Roots Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| Ny Historical Society | General | $10,000 |
| The Abraham Initiatives | General | $10,000 |
| Vital City | General | $10,000 |
| Wikimedia Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| African American Diabetes Association | General | $5,000 |
| Ny Health Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| Storm King Art Center | General | $5,000 |
| Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press | General | $2,500 |
| Aleph Alliance for Jewish Renewal | General | $2,000 |
| Artyard | General | $1,500 |
| Parrish Art Museum | General | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Neil Barsky
Questions people ask
Does Alson Foundation Fka the Neil Barsky and Joan S Davidson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Alson Foundation Fka the Neil Barsky and Joan S Davidson Foundation give?
$331,917 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Alson Foundation Fka the Neil Barsky and Joan S Davidson Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Neil Barsky (Officer).
What does Alson Foundation Fka the Neil Barsky and Joan S Davidson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and health.