The Franklin Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Franklin Fund is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $184,850 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$184,850
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2024 was up from $136,120 the year before.
60% 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 | $136,120 | 29 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $184,850 | 25 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
The Franklin Fund 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 11 | $98,350 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $30,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $23,250 |
| New Mexico | 2 | $14,500 |
| California | 2 | $6,250 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $5,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $5,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Center for Victims of Torture | To advance charity's | $30,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union Fdn | General | $23,250 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council Inc | General | $15,000 |
| Environmental Integrity Project | General | $15,000 |
| Epiphany Magazine | To advance charity's | $15,000 |
| Foundation Integrative Meditation | General | $12,000 |
| Kehillath Shalom Synagogue | General | $10,000 |
| The North Shore Land Alliance | To advance charity's | $10,000 |
| Medecins Sans Frontieres USA Inc | General | $8,500 |
| Reproductive Freedom for All | General | $6,250 |
| Planned Parenthood | To advance charity's | $6,250 |
| Macdowell | General | $5,000 |
| International Rescue Commitee | To advance charity's | $5,000 |
| Dharmata Foundation | To advance charity's | $5,000 |
| Louis D Brown Peace Institute | General | $2,500 |
| Prisoners' Legal Services | General | $2,500 |
| The Food Depot | General | $2,500 |
| Children's Orchestra Society | To advance charity's | $2,500 |
| Wnyc Radio | General | $2,000 |
| Globalgiving | General | $2,000 |
| The Trevor Project | General | $1,250 |
| Americares Foundation Inc | General | $1,000 |
| Aim at Melanoma | General | $1,000 |
| Preservation Long Island | General | $850 |
| Community Foundation of Oyster Bay | To advance charity's | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Cynthia F Franklin
- Helena F Rozier
- Sheila F Lieber
Questions people ask
Does The Franklin Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Franklin Fund give?
$184,850 in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Franklin Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Cynthia F Franklin (Trustee), Helena F Rozier (Trustee) and Sheila F Lieber (Trustee).