The Children's Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Children's Trust is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.8 million in 43 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$1.8 million
- Number of grants43
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$38.0 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.9 million the year before.
26% 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 | $1.9 million | 45 | $37.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.8 million | 43 | $38.0 million |
How to apply
The Children's Trust 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 Children's Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 25 | $1.0 million |
| California | 10 | $605,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $25,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $20,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $7,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Ministry of the Kordada Inc | Social welfare | $250,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | Social welfare | $222,500 |
| The 10000 Brains Neuro Ai Inc | Social welfare | $150,000 |
| Dutchess Land Conservancy | Social welfare | $132,500 |
| Central Park Conservancy | Social welfare | $120,000 |
| The Society of MSK | Social welfare | $100,000 |
| Esalen Institute | Social welfare | $75,000 |
| Fractured Atlas | Social welfare | $50,000 |
| Lenox Hill Neighborhood House | Social welfare | $50,000 |
| Marin Montessori School | Social welfare | $50,000 |
| Weta Inc | Social welfare | $50,000 |
| Creative Time | Social welfare | $46,500 |
| St Thomas More Play Group | Social welfare | $42,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association New York City Chapter | Social wefare | $40,000 |
| New York Live Arts | Social welfare | $30,000 |
| Art Into Acres | Social welfare | $25,000 |
| Breech Without Borders Inc | Social welfare | $25,000 |
| Reproductive Freedom for All Foundation | Social welfare | $25,000 |
| Soul Fire Farm | Social welfare | $25,000 |
| Food Bank for New York City | Social welfare | $20,000 |
| Friends Seminary | Social welfare | $20,000 |
| The Episcopal School | Social welfare | $20,000 |
| The Metropolitan Museum of Art | Social welfare | $20,000 |
| American Museum of Natural History | Social welfare | $15,000 |
| Client Earth | Social welfare | $15,000 |
| Indian Mountain School | Social welfare | $15,000 |
| Mill Valley Library Foundation | Social welfare | $15,000 |
| Millbrook Horse Trials | Social welfare | $15,000 |
| Teach for America | Social welfare | $15,000 |
| The Doe Fund | Social welfare | $15,000 |
| Lupus Research Alliance | Social welfare | $10,500 |
| Angels of Light | Social welfare | $10,000 |
| Churchill School & Center | Social welfare | $10,000 |
| Colorado College | Social welfare | $10,000 |
| Swimdo | Social welfare | $10,000 |
| The Heroes Project | Social welfare | $10,000 |
| The Metropolitan Opera Association Inc | Social welfare | $10,000 |
| Charitywater | Social welfare | $7,500 |
| Blackberry Farm Foundation | Social welfare | $5,000 |
| Taft School | Social welfare | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- IRA Akselrad
- Elizabeth Ross Johnson White
- Annabel Ross Johnson Teal
Questions people ask
Does The Children's Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Children's Trust give?
$1.8 million in tax year 2024, across 43 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Children's Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists IRA Akselrad (Trustee), Elizabeth Ross Johnson White (Trustee) and Annabel Ross Johnson Teal (Trustee).
What does The Children's Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, environment and conservation and education.