Emsa Fund Inc
Accepts applications
Emsa Fund Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $559,749 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $12,532 and the largest $184,720. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$559,749
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$12,532
- Largest grant$184,720
- Assets$7.7 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2024 was up from $472,924 the year before.
83% 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 | $472,924 | 132 | $7.5 million |
| 2024 | $559,749 | 18 | $7.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Alice Franklin C/O Norman Foundation 535 Madison, Ave 14 FL, New York, NY 10022 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (212) 230-9800 |
| What to submit | Letter form describing proposals is acceptable |
| Restrictions | No restrictions except organizations exempt must be listed under section 501(c)(3) of the internal revenue code |
What Emsa Fund Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 2 | $369,440 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $35,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $25,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $20,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $20,000 |
| Colorado | 5 | $15,204 |
| Arizona | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Andrew and Audrey Fishman Franklin Donor Advised Fund | Supporting charitable organizations | $184,720 |
| Alice Franklin Emsa Fund Inc Advised Fund | Supporting charitable organizations | $184,720 |
| North Carolina Asian Americans Together | Voter education and registration | $25,000 |
| One Pa Activists United | Civic engagement | $25,000 |
| Ground Game Fund | Justice & social rights issues | $20,000 |
| Isaiah | Faith-based community organization | $20,000 |
| Leaders Igniting Transformation Education Fund Inc | Education services | $20,000 |
| New Venture Fund | Arts and culture | $20,000 |
| 9 to 5 National Association of Working Women | Human rights | $15,000 |
| Boulder JCC | Jewish communityjewish community | $10,064 |
| New Disabled South | Human rights | $10,000 |
| Tides Foundation | Public affairs | $10,000 |
| Tomorrow We Vote | Voter education and registration | $10,000 |
| YWCA of Boulder County | Women's issues | $3,134 |
| Artnauts | Cultural - arts collective | $1,000 |
| Davis Phinney Foundation | General support | $750 |
| Boulder Rotary Club | Community service | $256 |
| Themmrforg | Cancer research | $105 |
Officers and trustees
- Alice Franklin
- Audrey Franklin
- Andrew Franklin
Questions people ask
Does Emsa Fund Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Emsa Fund Inc give?
$559,749 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $12,532.
Who runs Emsa Fund Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Alice Franklin (President), Audrey Franklin (Vice Pres.) and Andrew Franklin (Secretary).
What does Emsa Fund Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.