The Green Fund Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Green Fund Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.9 million in 32 grants; the typical grant was $22,500 and the largest $915,000. 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$1.9 million
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$22,500
- Largest grant$915,000
- Assets$20.5 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.9 million the year before.
11% 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 | $1.9 million | 33 | $19.3 million |
| 2024 | $1.9 million | 32 | $20.5 million |
How to apply
The Green 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 Green Fund Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 24 | $1.6 million |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $145,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $125,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $15,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $3,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Uja-Federation | General | $915,000 |
| Young Peoples Chorus of N | General | $200,000 |
| Young People in Recovery | General | $125,000 |
| Individual | General | $95,000 |
| City Harvest | General | $50,000 |
| Individual | General | $50,000 |
| Food Bank for NYC | General | $50,000 |
| Reproductive Freedom for All | General | $50,000 |
| She Should Run Foundation | General | $50,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of NYC | General | $35,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union | General | $30,000 |
| Commonpoint Queens Sam Field Center | General | $30,000 |
| Health Advocates for Older People | General | $30,000 |
| Religious Community for Reproductiv | General | $30,000 |
| Natl Institute for Reproductive Hea | General | $25,000 |
| Philip Reisman Nyae Memorial Fund | General | $25,000 |
| Raoul Wallenberg Committee of the U | General | $20,000 |
| Aftd | General | $15,000 |
| People for the American W | General | $12,500 |
| Columbia University | General | $10,000 |
| New York Public Library | General | $10,000 |
| Individual | General | $10,000 |
| Reproductive Health Acces | General | $10,000 |
| Individual | General | $5,000 |
| Legal Aid Society | General | $5,000 |
| International Rescue Comm | General | $3,500 |
| United Hospital Fund | General | $3,000 |
| Americans United | General | $2,500 |
| Neighborhood Coalition for Shelter | General | $2,500 |
| Fresh Air Fund | General | $1,250 |
| American Jewish World Service | General | $500 |
| St Judes Childrens Research Hospit | General | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- James Ledley
- Cynthia Green Colin
- Patricia Green
Questions people ask
Does The Green Fund Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Green Fund Inc give?
$1.9 million in tax year 2024, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $22,500.
Who runs The Green Fund Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists James Ledley (Class B Dire), Cynthia Green Colin (President) and Patricia Green (Treasurer).
What does The Green Fund Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and faith communities.