Gigi & Averell H Mortimer Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gigi & Averell H Mortimer Foundation is a private foundation in Harriman, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $60,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $3,750 and the largest $15,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$60,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$3,750
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$2.0 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $920,324 |
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $60,000 | 10 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
Gigi & Averell H Mortimer 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 Gigi & Averell H Mortimer Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 3 | $22,500 |
| New York | 4 | $20,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $15,000 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Brandywire Conservancy & Museum of Art | General support | $15,000 |
| Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society | General support | $10,000 |
| Cox Science Centre & Aquarium | General support | $10,000 |
| Tory Burch Foundation | General suppport | $10,000 |
| The Centre for Discovery | General support | $5,000 |
| The Everglades Foundation | General support | $2,500 |
| Peconic Land Trust | General support | $2,500 |
| Orange County Historical Society | General support | $2,500 |
| St Jude's Children Hospital | General support | $1,500 |
| Vanderbilt University | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jean M Mortimer
- Averell H Mortimer
- Maxwell H Mortimer
- Hume R Steyer
Questions people ask
Does Gigi & Averell H Mortimer Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gigi & Averell H Mortimer Foundation give?
$60,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $3,750.
Who runs Gigi & Averell H Mortimer Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jean M Mortimer (Chairman), Averell H Mortimer (President/Treasurer), Maxwell H Mortimer (Secretary) and Hume R Steyer (Assistant Secretary).
What does Gigi & Averell H Mortimer Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, animals and arts and culture.