Calder Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Calder Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $208,547 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $35,274 and the largest $118,000. 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$208,547
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$35,274
- Largest grant$118,000
- Assets$897 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $44,440 | 1 | $726 million |
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $725 million |
| 2024 | $208,547 | 4 | $897 million |
How to apply
Calder 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Calder Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its US grants went to recipients in Hawaii. It also paid $186,325 in 3 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | 1 | $22,222 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Beyeler Museum Ag | Gift/donation of property:description - alexander calder, original work of art, "untitled," 1971, gouache and ink on paper.book value - $35,000method for book value - recorded at the donation value when contrbuted to calder foundationmethod for fair market value - comparable salesdate of gift - 07/02/2025the calder foundation donated the artist's, alexander calder, original work of art, "untitled," 1971, gouache and ink on paper, to the foundation beyeler to be sold at the beyeler foundation's summer night's gala auction held on september 6, 2025. The proceeds from the auction are to support the beyeler museum's wide-ranging exhibition program. The grant is intended exclusively to further charitable and educational purposes described in section 170(c)(2)(b) | $118,000 |
| Musee de L'armee | Gift/donation of property:description - alexander calder, (1898-1976), broche a la croix de lorraine. Lorraine cross brooch, c.1942 silver and steel wire.book value - $65,000method for book value - recorded at the donation value when contrbuted to calder foundationmethod for fair market value - comparable salesdate of gift - 07/02/2025calder foundation donated an exceptional work lorraine cross brooch by alexander calder in honor of mr. Alfred pacquement to enrich the musee de l'armee's collections in perfect harmony and complementarity with their acquisition of france forever mobile, a piece of major heritage interest in 2020. This donation was made following the favorable opinion issued by musee de l'armee's conservation committee on december 07, 2023 and the favorable opinion issued by the scientific collections committee on march 21, 2024. | $48,325 |
| Kogia Foundation | Revolutionize the field of nature conservation communication through free media library and impact-focused storytelling. | $22,222 |
| Resimar Regenerando de Sierra A Mar Asociacin Civil | La tortuga viva, turtle sanctuary at playa viva. The replacement atv for the marine life. | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Alexander SC Rower
- John V Perna
- Shawn Davidson
- Sean Sweeney
- Andrea Davidson
- Holton Rower
- Peter Lipman
- Gryphon Rower-Upjohn
- Sophia Robledo Rower
- Michael Sternberg
Questions people ask
Does Calder Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Calder Foundation give?
$208,547 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $35,274.
Who runs Calder Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Alexander SC Rower (Chairman/President), John V Perna (Treasurer / Trustee), Shawn Davidson (Vice President / Trustee) and Sean Sweeney (Vice President / Trustee) among 10 officers and trustees.
What does Calder Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, arts and culture and education.