Saks Fifth Avenue Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Saks Fifth Avenue Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 17 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$435,607
- New grantees77%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.2 million the year before.
77% 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 | $1.2 million | 19 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 17 | $435,607 |
How to apply
Saks Fifth Avenue 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 Saks Fifth Avenue Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $375,000 |
| California | 5 | $315,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $150,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $105,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $100,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $30,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia University Department Of Psychiatry | Charity | $150,000 |
| Girls Inc | Charity | $150,000 |
| Inspiring Children Foundation | Charity | $150,000 |
| Trevor Project | Charity | $150,000 |
| Bring Change To Mind | Charity | $100,000 |
| Global Womens Mental Health Fund (Panorama Global) | Charity | $100,000 |
| Tom Coughlin Jay Fund | Charity | $75,000 |
| Kid's Count in Alachua County | Charity | $30,000 |
| The Rowan Center | Charity | $30,000 |
| You Gotta Believe | Charity | $30,000 |
| Awaken Pittsburgh | Charity | $25,000 |
| Girls for Gender Equity | Charity | $25,000 |
| Healthcare Foundation Sonoma County | Charity | $25,000 |
| Jacob's Heart | Charity | $25,000 |
| Rocky Mountain Equality | Charity | $25,000 |
| Red Hook Initiative | Charity | $20,000 |
| Entwine Community | Charity | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Baker
- Marc Metrick
- Emily Essner
- Andrew Woodworth
Questions people ask
Does Saks Fifth Avenue Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Saks Fifth Avenue Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Saks Fifth Avenue Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard Baker (President), Marc Metrick (Director), Emily Essner (Treasurer) and Andrew Woodworth (Secretary).
What does Saks Fifth Avenue Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and health.