The Flying O Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Flying O Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $95,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$95,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $85,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $0 | 0 | $1.7 million |
| 2023 | $85,000 | 2 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $95,000 | 7 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
The Flying O 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 Flying O Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 2 | $32,000 |
| New York | 2 | $20,000 |
| California | 1 | $20,000 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $13,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Great Pond Foundation Inc | To cultivate the resilience of our coastal pond ecosystems through science, collaboration, and education | $25,000 |
| Greyhound Friends for Life | To help rescue and adoption of greyhounds | $20,000 |
| Chelsea's Fund | To aid in providing abortion and contraceptive services for people in and around wyoming | $13,000 |
| Ocean Conservation International Inc | To aid seal resues and ocean conservation in namibia | $10,000 |
| Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) | To help power life-changing orthopedic and rheumatologic care and leading research | $10,000 |
| US Africa Childrens | To help promote teaching, learning, and skill development in africa | $10,000 |
| Island Grown Initiative LTD | To help build a regenerative and equitable food system on martha's vineyard | $7,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Randal A Nardone
Questions people ask
Does The Flying O Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Flying O Foundation give?
$95,000 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Flying O Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Randal A Nardone (President, Treasury, Secretary).
What does The Flying O Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and international.