The Gilbert Mackay Foundation
Accepts applications
The Gilbert Mackay Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $65,000 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $8,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$65,000
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$8,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2024 was down from $75,500 the year before.
18% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $58,000 | 16 | $1.0 million |
| 2023 | $75,500 | 17 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $65,000 | 17 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Olivia Douglas 130 West 12th Street 4A, New York, NY 10011 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (212) 475-2573 |
| What to submit | Letter stating applicant's purpose and public support |
What The Gilbert Mackay Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 10 | $34,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $17,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $8,000 |
| Vermont | 2 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Hotchkiss Fund | General operations support | $8,000 |
| Chestnut Hill Conservancy | General operations support | $7,000 |
| Bronx Museum of the Arts | General operations support | $5,000 |
| Grace Church in New York | General operations support | $5,000 |
| The Madoo Conservancy | General operations support | $5,000 |
| Woodmere Art Museum Inc | General operations support | $5,000 |
| Women's Housing and Economic Development Corp (Whedco) | General operations support | $4,000 |
| Bridgehampton Museum | General operations support | $3,000 |
| Friends of the Wissahickon Inc | General operations support | $3,000 |
| Weston Theater Company | General operations support | $3,000 |
| Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports | General operations support | $3,000 |
| Bridgehampton Volunteer Fire Department | General operations support | $2,500 |
| Friends of the High Line | General operations support | $2,500 |
| Hampton Library in Bridgehampton Inc | General operations support | $2,500 |
| Aim by Kyle Abraham (Fka Abrahaminmotion) | General operations support | $2,500 |
| Library of America | General operations support | $2,000 |
| Springside Chestnut Hill Academy the Sch Fund | General operations support | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Olivia W Douglas
- Ashley Douglas
Questions people ask
Does The Gilbert Mackay Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Gilbert Mackay Foundation give?
$65,000 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Gilbert Mackay Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Olivia W Douglas (Manager & Trustee) and Ashley Douglas (Trustee).
What does The Gilbert Mackay Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, environment and conservation and education.