The Emma and Georgina Bloomberg Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Emma and Georgina Bloomberg Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.0 million in 88 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $1.0 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$3.0 million
- Number of grants88
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$27.7 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.4 million the year before.
17% 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 | $1.4 million | 78 | $28.3 million |
| 2024 | $3.0 million | 88 | $27.7 million |
How to apply
The Emma and Georgina Bloomberg 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 Emma and Georgina Bloomberg Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 20 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 49 | $2.2 million |
| New Jersey | 9 | $118,720 |
| Florida | 6 | $106,500 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $105,000 |
| Puerto Rico | 1 | $100,000 |
| California | 3 | $40,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $40,000 |
| Oregon | 2 | $35,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $35,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Animal Care and Control of New York City Inc | To support veterinary clinic | $1.0 million |
| Dogs Trust USA Inc | General purpose | $100,000 |
| Only One Inc | General purpose | $100,000 |
| Our Big Fat Caribbean Rescue Inc | General purpose | $100,000 |
| Apriles Memorial French Bulldogs Special Needs Support Services | General purpose | $98,360 |
| Animal Nation Inc | General purpose | $75,000 |
| Barky Pines Animal Rescue & Sanctuary Inc | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Friends of Green Chimneys | General purpose | $50,000 |
| KIPP Foundation | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Leadership for Educational Equity Foundation | General purpose | $50,000 |
| New York Immigration Coalition Inc | To provide social services | $50,000 |
| Ocean Foundation | To support friends of the nonsuch expeditions | $50,000 |
| The Animal Medical Center | General purpose | $50,000 |
| The Sato Project Inc | General purpose | $50,000 |
| American Cancer Society Inc | To support paws program | $35,000 |
| Women in Need Inc | General purpose | $35,000 |
| Associated Humane Societies Inc | General purpose | $33,720 |
| 19th News | General purpose | $30,000 |
| Global Strays Inc | General purpose | $30,000 |
| Omega Horse Rescue and Rehabilitation Center Inc | General purpose | $30,000 |
| Stand for Children Leadership Center | General purpose | $30,000 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Children's Museum of Manhattan | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Endeavor Therapeutic Horsemanship Inc | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Ethical Culture Fieldston School | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Giving Alternative Learners Uplifting Opportunities Inc (DBA Gallop NYC) | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Hampton Classic Horse Show | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Hopewell Fund | To support their charley project | $25,000 |
| Humane World for Animals Pka Humane Society of the United States | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Making of Miracle Stories Animal Rescue Inc | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Pioneer Works Art Foundation | General purpose | $25,000 |
| SPCA of Westchester Inc | General purpose | $25,000 |
| The Center for Discovery Inc | General purpose | $25,000 |
| United States Equestrian Team Foundation Inc | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Cathedral Church of St John the Divine | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Danny and Rons Rescue | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Friends of Miami Animals Foundation Inc | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Good Plus Foundation Inc | General purpose | $20,000 |
| If When How (DBA Ifwhenhow Lawyering for Reproductive Justice) | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Mixteca Organization Inc | To provide social services | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ms Emma Bloomberg
- Ms Georgina Bloomberg
- Ms Susan Bloomberg
- Ms Patricia Harris
Questions people ask
Does The Emma and Georgina Bloomberg Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Emma and Georgina Bloomberg Foundation give?
$3.0 million in tax year 2024, across 88 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Emma and Georgina Bloomberg Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ms Emma Bloomberg (Trustee), Ms Georgina Bloomberg (Trustee), Ms Susan Bloomberg (Trustee) and Ms Patricia Harris (Trustee).
What does The Emma and Georgina Bloomberg Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, health and disability.