Pickman Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Pickman Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Forest Hills, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $392,500 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $125,000. 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$392,500
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$4.2 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $273,500 the year before.
33% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $273,500 | 8 | $4.2 million |
| 2024 | $392,500 | 9 | $4.2 million |
How to apply
Pickman 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 Pickman Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 9 | $392,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Museum of Jewish Heritage | To further donee's exempt purpose | $125,000 |
| New York Community Trust | To further donee's exempt purpose | $100,000 |
| Queens Public Library Foundation | To further donee's exempt purpose | $100,000 |
| Publicolor Inc | To further donee's exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Queens Museum | To further donee's exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Food Bank for New York City | To further donee's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Kingston College Old Boys' Association Inc | To further donee's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| The Inn | To further donee's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Sunnyside Shines | To further donee's exempt purpose | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Teresa Pickman
- James Pickman
- Patricia Spears
Questions people ask
Does Pickman Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pickman Foundation Inc give?
$392,500 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Pickman Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Teresa Pickman (Secty/Treasurer/Foundation Manager), James Pickman (Asst Sect/Asst Treasurer) and Patricia Spears (Asst Sect/Asst Treasurer).
What does Pickman Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.