The Destina Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Destina Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $695,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $75,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$695,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$75,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$16.6 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $880,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $970,000 | 8 | $16.3 million |
| 2023 | $880,000 | 7 | $16.5 million |
| 2024 | $695,000 | 8 | $16.6 million |
How to apply
The Destina Foundation Inc 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 Destina Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $585,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $110,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Brooklyn Public Library | Toward the books unbanned program in 2024-26 | $200,000 |
| The Trust for Public Land | For parks and playgrounds in new york city in 2025-26 | $200,000 |
| Poetry Society of America | Toward the poetry and public spaces initiative in 2025-27 | $100,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund Inc | Toward the climate, communities and wildlife program in 2025-27 | $100,000 |
| Roulette Intermedium Inc | Toward the media and archive program in 2024-26 | $50,000 |
| Tate Americas Foundation | Toward the exhibition "lee miller: surrealist photographer" at tate britain, london | $25,000 |
| Aspen Institute | Toward the artist endowed foundations initiative's internship program in 2022-25 | $10,000 |
| Dia Center for the Arts | For general support of exhibition, public and educational programs | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary E Johnson
- Pamela S Johnson
- Ann M Temkin
Questions people ask
Does The Destina Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Destina Foundation Inc give?
$695,000 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $75,000.
Who runs The Destina Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Mary E Johnson (Secretary/Treasurer/Director), Pamela S Johnson (President/Director) and Ann M Temkin (Director).
What does The Destina Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and arts and culture.