Metlife Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Metlife Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $39.4 million in 1 grant; the typical grant was $39.4 million and the largest $39.4 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$39.4 million
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$39.4 million
- Largest grant$39.4 million
- Assets$107 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $37.4 million the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $37.4 million | 1 | $127 million |
| 2024 | $39.4 million | 1 | $107 million |
How to apply
Metlife 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
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $39.4 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| See Detail on Footnote 3 | See detail on footnote 3 | $39.4 million |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Zarcone
- Nuria Garcia
- Susan Podlogar
- Ramy Tadros
- Theresa Baker
- John Calise
- Tia Hodges
- Eric Clurfain
- Michael Roberts
- Lyndon Oliver
- Bill Pappas
Questions people ask
Does Metlife Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Metlife Foundation give?
$39.4 million in tax year 2024, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $39.4 million.
Who runs Metlife Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael Zarcone (Director, Chair), Nuria Garcia (Director), Susan Podlogar (Director) and Ramy Tadros (Director) among 11 officers and trustees.