The Irving Penn Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Irving Penn Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.4 million in 1 grant; the typical grant was $1.4 million and the largest $1.4 million. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$1.4 million
- Largest grant$1.4 million
- Assets$153 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.2 million 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 | $1.2 million | 1 | $154 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 1 | $153 million |
How to apply
The Irving Penn 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Irving Penn Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $1.4 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan Museum of Art | To promote appreciation and understanding of fine arts (see attachment) | $1.4 million |
Officers and trustees
- Lennart Durehed
- Tom Penn
- Arnie Herrmann
- Elizabeth Broun
Questions people ask
Does The Irving Penn Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Irving Penn Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2024, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $1.4 million.
Who runs The Irving Penn Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lennart Durehed (Director), Tom Penn (Director, President & Chair), Arnie Herrmann (Director, Secretary & Treasurer) and Elizabeth Broun (Director).
What does The Irving Penn Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.