The Pfizer Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Pfizer Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $28.1 million in 9,306 grants; the typical grant was $200 and the largest $4.0 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$28.1 million
- Number of grants9,306
- Typical grant$200
- Largest grant$4.0 million
- Assets$255 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2024 was down from $47.1 million the year before.
43% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $47.1 million | 11,059 | $255 million |
| 2024 | $28.1 million | 9,306 | $255 million |
How to apply
The Pfizer Foundation 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Pfizer Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 53 states, the most to New York. It also paid $350,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1,045 | $5.2 million |
| Maryland | 130 | $4.6 million |
| California | 837 | $4.4 million |
| Connecticut | 584 | $1.7 million |
| Massachusetts | 449 | $909,506 |
| Washington | 463 | $878,970 |
| Pennsylvania | 656 | $460,901 |
| North Carolina | 410 | $449,044 |
| Michigan | 502 | $446,044 |
| District of Columbia | 203 | $365,390 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jhpiego | Access to innovative care - breast cancer project | $4.0 million |
| Direct Relief | Address vaccine preventable illness for underserved populations in u.s. | $2.5 million |
| Myriad USA | To the global health innovation grant program | $1.0 million |
| Myriad USA | To support zipline | $1.0 million |
| American Red Cross | Emergency response | $1.0 million |
| Save the Children | To reduce infectious disease in children under 5 in ethiopia | $1.0 million |
| International Rescue Committee Inc | Zero-dose immunization program in ethiopia | $500,000 |
| International Medical Corps | Emergency response | $500,000 |
| Leleka Foundation | Ukraine humanitarian responses | $500,000 |
| Chapel & York US Foundation Inc | To support trinity challenge | $500,000 |
| World Vision Inc | Access to innovative care - support immunization of zero-dose children under 5 years in cameroon | $500,000 |
| Future for Ukraine | Ukraine humanitarian responses | $500,000 |
| Partners in Health | Access to innovative care - rwandan national oncology needs assessment | $350,000 |
| The Uk Online Giving Foundation | Charitable partnerships in support of 175 days of good initiative | $350,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity International Inc | Charitable partnerships in support of 175 days of good initiative | $150,000 |
| Save the Children | Charitable partnerships in support of 175 days of good initiative | $150,000 |
| Rise Against Hunger | Charitable partnerships in support of 175 days of good initiative | $150,000 |
| MOTHERS2MOTHERS United States Inc | To the global health innovation grant program | $100,000 |
| Grameen Foundation USA | To the global health innovation grant program | $100,000 |
| Charities Aid Foundation America | To the global health innovation grant program | $100,000 |
| Villagereach | To the global health innovation grant program | $100,000 |
| Friendship Bridge | To the global health innovation grant program | $100,000 |
| Living Goods | To the global health innovation grant program | $100,000 |
| Last Mile Health | To the global health innovation grant program | $100,000 |
| Health Builders | To the global health innovation grant program | $100,000 |
| Heart to Heart International Inc | Charitable partnerships in support of 175 days of good initiative | $100,000 |
| Care 2 Communities (C2C) | To the global health innovation grant program | $100,000 |
| Muso | To the global health innovation grant program | $100,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Matching gifts | $96,302 |
| The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) | Matching gifts | $86,971 |
| 911 Day | Charitable partnerships in support of 175 days of good initiative | $50,000 |
| World Central Kitchen Incorporated | Matching gifts | $35,510 |
| World Vision Inc | Matching gifts | $34,384 |
| American Red Cross | Matching gifts | $33,178 |
| United Way of Southeastern Conn Inc | Matching gifts | $32,153 |
| Turkish Philanthropy Funds | Matching gifts | $30,294 |
| American Cancer Society Inc | Matching gifts | $30,090 |
| Sangam Inc | Volunteer program | $28,650 |
| Cornell University | Matching gifts | $27,895 |
| American Heart Association | Matching gifts | $25,547 |
Officers and trustees
- Darren Back
- Caroline Roan
- Julia Wu
- Brian Byala
- Albert Bourla
- Sally Susman
- Payal Sahni
- William C Steere Jr
- Aamir Malik
- Aida Habtezion
- David Denton
Questions people ask
Does The Pfizer Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Pfizer Foundation Inc give?
$28.1 million in tax year 2024, across 9,306 grants, with a typical grant of $200.
Who runs The Pfizer Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Darren Back (Executive Director), Caroline Roan (President), Julia Wu (Secretary) and Brian Byala (Treasurer) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does The Pfizer Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, international and human services.