Grace Communications Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Grace Communications Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $295,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $55,000. 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$295,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$55,000
- Assets$132 million
- New grantees87%
Giving in 2024 was up from $37,500 the year before.
87% 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 | $37,500 | 3 | $115 million |
| 2024 | $295,000 | 15 | $132 million |
How to apply
Grace Communications Foundation 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Grace Communications Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $75,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
| California | 4 | $40,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $40,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $15,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Citizens Campaign Fund for Environment | General support | $55,000 |
| Earthshare | General support | $50,000 |
| Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association | General support | $40,000 |
| National Family Farm Coalition | General support | $20,000 |
| North Atlantic Marine Alliance | General support | $20,000 |
| Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors | General support | $20,000 |
| Regenerative Agriculture Foundation | General support | $15,000 |
| Farm Aid Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems Funders | General support | $10,000 |
| Virginia Organizing Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Civil Eats | General support | $10,000 |
| Multiplier | General support | $10,000 |
| Greater Kansas City Community Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Movement Strategy Center | General support | $10,000 |
| Veterans to Farmers | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Helaine Lerner
- Scott Cullen
- Marjorie Gilbert
- Brad Goldberg
- Judith Labelle
- Marni Sommer
- Paul Locke
- John Dias
Questions people ask
Does Grace Communications Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Grace Communications Foundation Inc give?
$295,000 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Grace Communications Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Helaine Lerner (President, Treasurer, Director), Scott Cullen (Vice President, Director, Exec. Dir.), Marjorie Gilbert (Secretary, Director) and Brad Goldberg (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Grace Communications Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.