The Barrera Puri Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Barrera Puri Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $756,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $3,750 and the largest $500,000. 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$756,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$3,750
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$4.1 million
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2024 was down from $958,115 the year before.
58% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $3.2 million | 11 | $4.8 million |
| 2023 | $958,115 | 15 | $4.5 million |
| 2024 | $756,000 | 12 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
The Barrera Puri 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 The Barrera Puri Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 9 | $738,500 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Success Academy Charter School | General unrestricted | $500,000 |
| Robin Hood Foundation | General unrestricted | $196,000 |
| Mount Sinai Children's Center Foundation | General unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Camp Moosilauke Fresh Air Scholarship Fund | General unrestricted | $10,000 |
| The Brearley School | General unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Harvard Business School | General unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Aperture | General unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Stronger Than You Think Swim A Thon | General unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Enterprise Community Partners Inc | General unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Leukemia and Lymphoma Society | General unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Montefiore Medical Center | General unrestricted | $1,000 |
| The Episcopal School | General unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard R Barrera
- Purnima Puri
Questions people ask
Does The Barrera Puri Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Barrera Puri Family Foundation give?
$756,000 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $3,750.
Who runs The Barrera Puri Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard R Barrera (Trustee) and Purnima Puri (Trustee).
What does The Barrera Puri Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and health.