The Knapp Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Knapp Fund is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $238,500 in 36 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$238,500
- Number of grants36
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$6.2 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2024 was down from $245,000 the year before.
8% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $285,000 | 31 | $4.0 million |
| 2023 | $245,000 | 35 | $6.0 million |
| 2024 | $238,500 | 36 | $6.2 million |
How to apply
The Knapp Fund 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 Knapp Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $53,000 |
| Florida | 5 | $32,000 |
| Connecticut | 6 | $31,000 |
| Colorado | 7 | $29,500 |
| New York | 6 | $29,500 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $26,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $20,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $4,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Hill School | General | $50,000 |
| Duke University | General | $20,000 |
| Pine Crest School | General | $20,000 |
| Agawam Council | General | $16,000 |
| St Elizabeth School | General | $13,000 |
| Roswell Park Cancer Institute | General | $11,500 |
| The Hord Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| Kent School | General | $8,000 |
| Lake George Association | General | $8,000 |
| Miss Hall's School Annual Fund | General | $8,000 |
| Aspen Center Environmental Studies | General | $5,000 |
| Created Gainesville | General | $5,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| Darrin Fresh Water Institute | General | $5,000 |
| Ethel Walker School Annual Fund | General | $5,000 |
| Keystone House | General | $5,000 |
| Touch A Heart Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| Metro Caring | General | $4,000 |
| Wichita Collegiate School | General | $4,000 |
| Morris Animal Foundation | General | $3,500 |
| Bridge of Hope | General | $3,000 |
| National Ability Center | General | $2,500 |
| Colorado Open Lands | General | $2,000 |
| Crossroads Community Services | General | $2,000 |
| Ellie Burns Foundation | General | $2,000 |
| Lake George Land Conservancy | General | $2,000 |
| Nashoba Learning Group | General | $2,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | General | $2,000 |
| Project Hood Communities | General | $2,000 |
| Silvermine Guild of Artists | General | $2,000 |
| Broomfield STEM | General | $1,000 |
| High Line Canal Conservancy | General | $1,000 |
| Holy Comforter Episcopal Church | General | $1,000 |
| Jack and Jill Children's Center | General | $1,000 |
| Norwalk Community College | General | $1,000 |
| TLC Learning Center | General | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- George O Knapp III
- Hadley Knapp
- Jared Sprole
- William D Bangs III
- Bart Johnston
- Sara K Medrano
- Carolin M Newland
- Jonathan Sprole
Questions people ask
Does The Knapp Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Knapp Fund give?
$238,500 in tax year 2024, across 36 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs The Knapp Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists George O Knapp III (Director), Hadley Knapp (Director), Jared Sprole (Director) and William D Bangs III (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does The Knapp Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and health.