Greater Impact Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Greater Impact Foundation is a private foundation in Melville, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $11.1 million in 8 grants; the typical grant was $1.4 million and the largest $3.0 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$11.1 million
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$1.4 million
- Largest grant$3.0 million
- Assets$43.9 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2024 was up from $9.1 million the year before.
71% 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 | $9.1 million | 9 | $48.7 million |
| 2024 | $11.1 million | 8 | $43.9 million |
How to apply
Greater Impact 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Greater Impact Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California. It also paid $6.1 million in 3 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $5.0 million |
| New York | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Distree Sustainable Communities | Current use for general charitable purposes | $3.0 million |
| Impact Community Foundation | Current use for general charitable purposescurrent use for general charitable purposes | $3.0 million |
| Drishtee Drop | Current use for general charitable purposes | $1.6 million |
| Distree Sustainable Communities | Current use for general charitable purposes | $1.5 million |
| Kickstart International | Current use for general charitable purposes | $1.3 million |
| Village Enterprises | Current use for general charitable purposes | $450,000 |
| Opportunities Across Africa | Current use for general charitable purposes | $300,000 |
| Jewish National Fund | Current use for general charitable purposes | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John M Trani
Questions people ask
Does Greater Impact Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Greater Impact Foundation give?
$11.1 million in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $1.4 million.
Who runs Greater Impact Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John M Trani (Trustee).
What does Greater Impact Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international and environment and conservation.