Norman Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Norman Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.0 million in 70 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants70
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$28.2 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2024 was up from $821,500 the year before.
60% 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 | $821,500 | 41 | $26.8 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 70 | $28.2 million |
How to apply
Norman 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.
What Norman Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 26 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 8 | $98,500 |
| District of Columbia | 6 | $94,000 |
| California | 4 | $90,000 |
| Arizona | 4 | $80,000 |
| Georgia | 11 | $72,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $70,000 |
| Vermont | 2 | $58,000 |
| Michigan | 2 | $55,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $55,000 |
| Maryland | 4 | $44,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii Workers Center | Housing programs | $40,000 |
| Texas Campaign for the Environment Fund | Environmental programs | $40,000 |
| Children's Defense Fund | Youth leadership | $35,000 |
| Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy | Civic engagement | $35,000 |
| University of Vermont Foundation | Research | $33,000 |
| Earth Island Institute | Environmental programs | $30,000 |
| Georgia Stand-Up | Civic engagement | $30,000 |
| Instituto Lab | Training programs | $30,000 |
| Native Movement | Coalition building | $30,000 |
| Neo Philanthropy | Education programs | $30,000 |
| North Carolina Climate Justice Collective | Environmental programs | $30,000 |
| Texas Environmental Justice Advocacy Services | Environmental programs | $30,000 |
| Ue Research and Education Fund | Mentorship programs | $30,000 |
| We the People of Detroit | Environmental programs | $30,000 |
| Island Workforce Housing | Housing programs | $27,500 |
| Arizona Coalition for Change | Civic engagement | $25,000 |
| Center for Empowered Politics Education Fund | Leadership development | $25,000 |
| Forward Montana Foundation | Civic engagement | $25,000 |
| Georgia Latino Alliance for Human Rights | Civic engagement | $25,000 |
| Just Transition Northwest Indiana | Environmental programs | $25,000 |
| Mothering Justice | Health programs | $25,000 |
| Nonviolence International | Civic engagement | $25,000 |
| Shelburne Farms | Youth programs | $25,000 |
| Social and Environmental Entrpreneurs | Civic engagement | $25,000 |
| Somos Siembra | Civic engagement | $25,000 |
| International Tennis Club of the USA | Sports programs | $23,000 |
| Creative Time | Art programs | $20,000 |
| Sailing Foundation of New York | Sports programs | $20,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Food programs | $20,000 |
| World Food Program USA | Food programs | $20,000 |
| Human Society International | Animal protection | $18,000 |
| Fuerte Art Collective | Art programs | $15,000 |
| Harvard University | Education programs | $11,000 |
| Awood Center | Training programs | $10,000 |
| Casa Inc | Civic engagement | $10,000 |
| Chapman University | Education programs | $10,000 |
| Gsafe | Education programs | $10,000 |
| Herreshoff Marine Museum | Education programs | $10,000 |
| Hobart and William Smith Colleges | Education programs | $10,000 |
| Leaders Igniting Transformation Education Fund | Youth programs | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Amanda Weil
- Alice Franklin
- Melissa Bunnen
- Margaret Norman
Questions people ask
Does Norman Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Norman Foundation Inc give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2024, across 70 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Norman Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Amanda Weil (President), Alice Franklin (Vice President), Melissa Bunnen (Treasurer) and Margaret Norman (Secretary).
What does Norman Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, environment and conservation and education.