Cavali Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Cavali Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $728,875 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $186,375. 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$728,875
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$186,375
- Assets$4.5 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2024 was up from $523,000 the year before.
47% 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 | $523,000 | 16 | $4.5 million |
| 2024 | $728,875 | 15 | $4.5 million |
How to apply
Cavali 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 Cavali Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $206,375 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $150,000 |
| New York | 7 | $132,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $100,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $90,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UCLA Foundation | General use | $186,375 |
| Accelerate Institute | General use | $100,000 |
| Voter Participation Center | General use | $100,000 |
| Hopewell Fund | General use | $90,000 |
| American Independent Radio Air | General use | $50,000 |
| Pushblack | General use | $50,000 |
| Trustees of Princeton University | General use | $50,000 |
| Neighborhood Trust Financial Partners Inc | General use | $25,000 |
| Robin Hood Foundation | General use | $25,000 |
| National Resources Defense Council Inc | General use | $15,000 |
| Camfed USA Foundation | General use | $10,000 |
| Dia Art Foundation | General use | $10,000 |
| Freedom of the Press Foundation | General use | $10,000 |
| Ny Classical Theatre Inc | General use | $5,000 |
| Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center | General use | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Valerie C Rubsamen
- Cedomir Crnkovic
Questions people ask
Does Cavali Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cavali Foundation give?
$728,875 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Cavali Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Valerie C Rubsamen (President) and Cedomir Crnkovic (Treasurer & Secretary).
What does Cavali Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.