Apollo Opportunity Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Apollo Opportunity Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $12.3 million in 22 grants; the typical grant was $250,000 and the largest $4.4 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$12.3 million
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$250,000
- Largest grant$4.4 million
- Assets$182 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2024 was up from $7.4 million the year before.
32% 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 | $7.4 million | 27 | $147 million |
| 2024 | $12.3 million | 22 | $182 million |
How to apply
Apollo Opportunity 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 Apollo Opportunity Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York. It also paid $856,859 in 4 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 12 | $8.7 million |
| California | 3 | $875,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $375,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $250,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $115,155 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Available Upon Request | General operating | $4.4 million |
| Girls Who Invest | General operating | $1.0 million |
| Girls Who Code | General operating | $625,000 |
| Per Scholas | General operating | $500,000 |
| The Teak Fellowship | General operating | $500,000 |
| Generation You Employed Inc | General operating | $375,000 |
| Point Foundation | General operating | $375,000 |
| Student Leadership Network | General operating | $375,000 |
| Vedica Foundation | General operating | $350,000 |
| America Needs You | General operating | $250,000 |
| Avanti Fellows USA | General operating | $250,000 |
| Dream | General operating | $250,000 |
| Iowa Jag | General operating | $250,000 |
| The Acceleration Project | General operating | $250,000 |
| The Honor Foundation | General operating | $250,000 |
| The Marcy Lab | General operating | $250,000 |
| Intouniversity | General operating | $243,840 |
| Ownership Works | General operating | $200,000 |
| Etic | General operating | $139,262 |
| Gain - Girls Are Investors | General operating | $123,757 |
| Charities Aid Foundation America - Caf America | General operating | $115,155 |
| Futures and Options | General operating | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James Zelter
- Scott Kleinman
- Lauren Coape-Arnold
- Shari Verschell
- Kristy Kinahan
- Christine Hommes
- Earl Hunt
- Gary Parr
Questions people ask
Does Apollo Opportunity Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Apollo Opportunity Foundation give?
$12.3 million in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $250,000.
Who runs Apollo Opportunity Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James Zelter (Director), Scott Kleinman (Director), Lauren Coape-Arnold (Executive Director) and Shari Verschell (Secretary) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Apollo Opportunity Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and international.