Milbank Memorial Fund
Preselected recipients only
Milbank Memorial Fund is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $64,750 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$64,750
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$96.3 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was down from $310,545 the year before.
63% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $2.3 million | 23 | $84.4 million |
| 2023 | $310,545 | 18 | $90.7 million |
| 2024 | $64,750 | 19 | $96.3 million |
How to apply
Milbank Memorial Fund 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 Milbank Memorial Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 7 | $33,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 3 | $5,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $2,500 |
| Vermont | 2 | $1,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Academy of Sciences | In support of a standing committee on primary care | $20,000 |
| International Rescue Committee | General support | $10,000 |
| Bloomingdale School of Music | General support | $5,000 |
| Bloomingdale School of Music | General support | $5,000 |
| Siloam Health | General support | $5,000 |
| United Hospital Fund | General support | $5,000 |
| Yale School of Public Health | General support | $5,000 |
| Yale School of Public Health | General support | $5,000 |
| Historic Saranac Lake | General support | $4,000 |
| Salem Missionary Baptist Church | General support | $3,000 |
| Ignatian Spirituality Project | General support | $2,500 |
| San Miguel School | General support | $2,500 |
| The University of Chicago | General support | $2,500 |
| The Chapin School | General support | $1,500 |
| Open Door Clinic | General support | $1,000 |
| Spectrum Youth and Family Services | General support | $500 |
| The University of Chicago | General support | $500 |
| Trustees of Boston College | General support | $500 |
| Princeton Montessori Society | General support | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Christopher F Koller
- Tara Strome
- Paul D Cleary
- John M Colmers
- Linda V Decherrie
- Peter Donnelly
- Sherry Glied
- Kelly Major Green
- Robert E Harvey
- Joneigh Khaldun
- Margaret E O'Kane
- Lashawn Richburg - Hayes
- Anya Rader Wallack
- Patricia Arzuaga
- Anthony Shih
Questions people ask
Does Milbank Memorial Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Milbank Memorial Fund give?
$64,750 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Milbank Memorial Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Christopher F Koller (Director and President), Tara Strome (Secretary and Coo), Paul D Cleary (Director (Thru 12/2024)) and John M Colmers (Director and Chair) among 15 officers and trustees.
What does Milbank Memorial Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and arts and culture.