Civis Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Civis Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $230,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$230,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$91.6 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was down from $14.6 million the year before.
100% 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 | $14.6 million | 3 | $73.9 million |
| 2024 | $230,000 | 7 | $91.6 million |
How to apply
Civis 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $180,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Black Theater | Supporting programs | $50,000 |
| Headcount | Supporting programs | $50,000 |
| Open to Debate | Supporting programs | $30,000 |
| Campaign Legal Center | Protecting voter access | $25,000 |
| Student Pirg | Supporting programs | $25,000 |
| Teh LGBT Community Center | Supporting programs | $25,000 |
| The Hudson Athens Lighthouse | Supporting programs | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Eric Galloway
Questions people ask
Does Civis Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Civis Foundation give?
$230,000 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Civis Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Eric Galloway (Trustee).