Querido Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Querido Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $19,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $7,000. 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$19,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$7,000
- Assets$333,018
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2024 was up from $12,276 the year before.
80% 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 | $12,276 | 4 | $326,633 |
| 2024 | $19,000 | 5 | $333,018 |
How to apply
Querido 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
What Querido Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $12,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $7,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Civic Influencers | To carryout organization's mission | $7,000 |
| Mogen David Adom | To carryout organization's mission | $5,000 |
| Ola of Eastern Long Island | To carryout organization's mission | $5,000 |
| Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center | To carryout organization's mission | $1,500 |
| Springs Food Pantry | To carryout organization's mission | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Vivian Polak
- Michelle Francis
Questions people ask
Does Querido Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Querido Foundation give?
$19,000 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Querido Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Vivian Polak (President) and Michelle Francis (Secretary/Treasurer).
What does Querido Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.