Fourdoves Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Fourdoves Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $7.0 million in 11 grants; the typical grant was $315,513 and the largest $2.9 million. 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$7.0 million
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$315,513
- Largest grant$2.9 million
- Assets$80.4 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was down from $8.6 million the year before.
46% 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 | $8.6 million | 7 | $82.3 million |
| 2024 | $7.0 million | 11 | $80.4 million |
How to apply
Fourdoves 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 Fourdoves Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 7 | $5.2 million |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $1.8 million |
| Illinois | 1 | $30,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tsadra Foundation | General | $2.9 million |
| Way to Rise | General | $1.5 million |
| Acumen Fund Inc | General | $520,000 |
| Scenic Hudson Inc | General | $500,000 |
| Supermajority Education Fund | General | $500,000 |
| Center for Artistic Activism | General | $315,513 |
| American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Inc | General | $250,000 |
| American Independent Foundation | General | $250,000 |
| Institute For Freedoms Inc | General | $250,000 |
| University of Chicago | General | $30,000 |
| Mara Elephant Project USA Inc | General | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Andrea Soros
- Eric Colombel
- John Desisto
Questions people ask
Does Fourdoves Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Fourdoves Foundation give?
$7.0 million in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $315,513.
Who runs Fourdoves Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Andrea Soros (President), Eric Colombel (Vice President) and John Desisto (Treasurer & Secretary).
What does Fourdoves Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.