Philippe and Ana Laffont Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Philippe and Ana Laffont Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $8.3 million in 24 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $2.0 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$8.3 million
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$277 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was down from $8.4 million the year before.
46% 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 | $8.4 million | 19 | $225 million |
| 2024 | $8.3 million | 24 | $277 million |
How to apply
Philippe and Ana Laffont Family 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.
What Philippe and Ana Laffont Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 12 | $4.8 million |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $1.0 million |
| Wyoming | 1 | $1.0 million |
| New Jersey | 1 | $666,667 |
| Oregon | 1 | $300,000 |
| Alaska | 3 | $195,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $100,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $50,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Harlem Children's Zone | General charitable purposes | $2.0 million |
| Brown University | General charitable purposes | $1.0 million |
| Grand Teton National Park Foundation | General charitable purposes | $1.0 million |
| The Rockefeller University | General charitable purposes | $1.0 million |
| Mary's Meals | General charitable purposes | $666,667 |
| Saint David's School | General charitable purposes | $600,000 |
| Metropolitan Opera Association | General charitable purposes | $500,000 |
| The Stronghold Fund | General charitable purposes | $300,000 |
| Johnny Mac Tennis Project | General charitable purposes | $250,000 |
| Jumpstart Young Children | General charitable purposes | $125,000 |
| Inner-City Scholarship | General charitable purposes | $100,000 |
| National Fish & Wildlife Foundation | General charitable purposes | $100,000 |
| New York City Police Foundation | General charitable purposes | $100,000 |
| Third Option Foundation | General charitable purposes | $100,000 |
| Cook Inletkeeper | General charitable purposes | $75,000 |
| New Ventures Fund (Salmon State) | General charitable purposes | $75,000 |
| American Repertory Theater | General charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| Lake Agawam Conservancy Inc | General charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| Mentor LTD | General charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| On Course Foundation | General charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| Coalition for Susitna Dam Alternatives | General charitable purposes | $45,000 |
| Citymeals on Wheels | General charitable purposes | $35,000 |
| Masters Tournament Foundation | General charitable purposes | $35,000 |
| James B Lee Jr Scholarship Fund | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Philippe Laffont
- Ana Luisa Diez de Rivera
Questions people ask
Does Philippe and Ana Laffont Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Philippe and Ana Laffont Family Foundation give?
$8.3 million in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Philippe and Ana Laffont Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Philippe Laffont (President) and Ana Luisa Diez de Rivera (Treasurer).
What does Philippe and Ana Laffont Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and environment and conservation.