The Furtherance Fund Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Furtherance Fund Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $320,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $125,000. 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$320,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$7.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $370,000 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 | $370,000 | 7 | $6.8 million |
| 2024 | $320,000 | 6 | $7.1 million |
How to apply
The Furtherance Fund Inc 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 Furtherance Fund Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $140,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $125,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $30,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Olmsted Manor Retreat Center | Religious | $125,000 |
| Adirondack Land Trust Inc | Land preservation | $100,000 |
| Princeton University | Educational | $30,000 |
| The Macdowell Colony | Educational | $30,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy-Adirondack Chapter | Adirondack nature conservancy | $25,000 |
| Woodlawn Conservancy Inc | Educational | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Andrew L Tansey
- James F Kelly
- Craig Standish
Questions people ask
Does The Furtherance Fund Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Furtherance Fund Inc give?
$320,000 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs The Furtherance Fund Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Andrew L Tansey (Secretary), James F Kelly (Vice President) and Craig Standish (President).
What does The Furtherance Fund Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and education.