Fantasy Fountain Fund Inc
Preselected recipients only
Fantasy Fountain Fund Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $78,740 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $17,990. 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$78,740
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$17,990
- Assets$31,723
- New grantees91%
Giving in 2024 was up from $19,750 the year before.
91% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $16,500 | 4 | $36,951 |
| 2022 | $28,986 | 3 | $42,035 |
| 2023 | $19,750 | 3 | $56,669 |
| 2024 | $78,740 | 11 | $31,723 |
How to apply
Fantasy Fountain Fund Inc 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 Fantasy Fountain Fund Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 7 | $52,240 |
| Virginia | 1 | $14,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $4,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Art Students League of New York | Education/contribution | $17,990 |
| American Friends Shakespeare Birthplace Trust | Scholarship | $14,000 |
| Modern Art Foundry | Scholarship | $9,750 |
| Rockland Community Foundation | Scholarship | $7,500 |
| Brookgreen Gardens | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| St Thomas Aquinas College | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| The Cathedral School | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Lyme Academy of Fine Art | Scholarship | $4,500 |
| National Sculpture Society | Scholarship | $4,000 |
| Hudson Valley Art Association | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| Zach Gabbard Bronze Foundry | Scholarship | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Neil Katz
- C Scott Vanderhoef
- Greg Wyatt
- John Chwat
Questions people ask
Does Fantasy Fountain Fund Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Fantasy Fountain Fund Inc give?
$78,740 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Fantasy Fountain Fund Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Neil Katz (Treasurer), C Scott Vanderhoef (Vice President), Greg Wyatt (President) and John Chwat (Director).
What does Fantasy Fountain Fund Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.