The Ivm Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ivm Foundation is a private foundation in Rhinebeck, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $233,000 in 37 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $100,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$233,000
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$25.2 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2025 was up from $125,000 the year before.
35% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $138,500 | 18 | $5.0 million |
| 2024 | $125,000 | 25 | $8.6 million |
| 2025 | $233,000 | 37 | $25.2 million |
How to apply
The Ivm 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.
What The Ivm Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 2 | $110,000 |
| New York | 27 | $94,000 |
| California | 1 | $6,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $5,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $4,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $3,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $3,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mdi Biological Laboratory | General | $100,000 |
| Scenic Hudson | General | $10,000 |
| Winnakee Land Trust | General | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Greater New York | General | $10,000 |
| Kaatsbaan | General | $10,000 |
| The Girls Foundation of Tanzania | General | $10,000 |
| Astor Services - Adopt-A-Family | General | $6,000 |
| Gambiarising | General | $6,000 |
| Thomas Cole Historic National Site | General | $5,000 |
| Children's Cancer Research Fund | General | $5,000 |
| Riverkeeper | General | $5,000 |
| Dirty Gaia HV Inc | General | $5,000 |
| Partners for Climate Action | General | $5,000 |
| Thirteen Wnet | General | $4,000 |
| Hudsonia LTD | General | $3,000 |
| Olana State Historical Site | General | $3,000 |
| PS21 | General | $3,000 |
| Ramapo for Children | General | $3,000 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | General | $3,000 |
| Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Foundation | General | $3,000 |
| Meals on Wheels America | General | $3,000 |
| Mercy Ships | General | $3,000 |
| Rhinebeck Science Foundation | General | $3,000 |
| Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies | General | $2,000 |
| Food Bank of the Hudson Valley | General | $1,000 |
| No Kid Hungry | General | $1,000 |
| The Fresh Air Fund | General | $1,000 |
| Church of the Messiah - Food Bank | General | $1,000 |
| Church of the Messiah - Special Fund | General | $1,000 |
| Cornell Lab of Ornithology | General | $1,000 |
| Hudson Hall | General | $1,000 |
| Rhinebeck Reformed Church - Food Pantry | General | $1,000 |
| Ferncliff Forest Inc | General | $1,000 |
| Hudson River Ice Yacht Preservation Trust | General | $1,000 |
| Morton Memorial Library | General | $1,000 |
| The Art Effect | General | $1,000 |
| Star Library | General | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jason Dalo
- Andrew Katzenberg
- Illiana van Meeteren
- Vicki Haak
Questions people ask
Does The Ivm Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ivm Foundation give?
$233,000 in tax year 2025, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Ivm Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jason Dalo (President), Andrew Katzenberg (Treasurer / Secretary), Illiana van Meeteren (Director) and Vicki Haak (Vice President).
What does The Ivm Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research, youth programs and environment and conservation.