The Echo Street Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Echo Street Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.4 million in 4 grants; the typical grant was $125,000 and the largest $1.1 million. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$125,000
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$29.7 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.4 million the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.4 million | 9 | $28.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 4 | $29.7 million |
How to apply
The Echo Street 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 Echo Street Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $1.2 million |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $150,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $18,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Poole Family Charitable Fund Daf | For assistance to indigent people | $1.1 million |
| Volunteers in Medicine Berkshires | For educational development to indigent people | $150,000 |
| Child Mind Institute | For assistance to indigent children | $100,000 |
| West Palm Beach Football Club Inc | For assistance to indigent children | $18,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gregory Poole
- Anupama Poole
- Anson Lee
Questions people ask
Does The Echo Street Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Echo Street Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $125,000.
Who runs The Echo Street Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gregory Poole (Chairman), Anupama Poole (President) and Anson Lee (Secty&treasurer).
What does The Echo Street Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.