The Fink Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Fink Family Foundation is a private foundation in Saratoga Springs, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $590,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $225,000. 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$590,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$225,000
- Assets$114 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $10.8 million 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $10.8 million | 10 | $71.0 million |
| 2024 | $590,000 | 8 | $114 million |
How to apply
The Fink 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 Fink Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $475,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $50,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $50,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Museum of Modern Art | General Charitable Purposes | $225,000 |
| Council on Foreign Relations | General Charitable Purposes | $100,000 |
| The Spence School | General Charitable Purposes | $75,000 |
| Greenwich Country Day School | General Charitable Purposes | $50,000 |
| Aspen Center for Environmental Study | General Charitable Purposes | $50,000 |
| St Bernard's School | General Charitable Purposes | $50,000 |
| North Salem Open Land Foundation | General Charitable Purposes | $25,000 |
| Eagle Hill Foundation | General Charitable Purposes | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Laurence D Fink
- Lori W Fink
Questions people ask
Does The Fink Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Fink Family Foundation give?
$590,000 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Fink Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Laurence D Fink (Trustee - As needed) and Lori W Fink (Trustee - As Needed).
What does The Fink Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.