Second Ward Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Second Ward Foundation is a private foundation in Ancram, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $7,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$7,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $5,000 the year before.
67% 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 | $5,000 | 1 | $3.2 million |
| 2024 | $7,000 | 3 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
Second Ward 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 Second Ward Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $7,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hudson Hall | To support community programming | $5,000 |
| Art Omi | Support general operations | $1,000 |
| Bard College | Center for curatorial studies | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven Johnson
- Walter Sudol
Questions people ask
Does Second Ward Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Second Ward Foundation give?
$7,000 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Second Ward Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Steven Johnson (Director) and Walter Sudol (Director).
What does Second Ward Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.