The Pindaros Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Pindaros Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $70.1 million in 6 grants; the typical grant was $5.1 million and the largest $45.2 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$70.1 million
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$5.1 million
- Largest grant$45.2 million
- Assets$12.2 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $6.6 million the year before.
67% 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 | $6.6 million | 2 | $70.8 million |
| 2024 | $70.1 million | 6 | $12.2 million |
How to apply
The Pindaros 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.
What The Pindaros Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $59.7 million |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $7.2 million |
| Missouri | 1 | $3.0 million |
| New Jersey | 1 | $207,695 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia University | To further donee's exempt purpose | $45.2 million |
| Barnard College | To further donee's exempt purpose | $14.5 million |
| University of Pennsylvania | To further donee's exempt purpose | $7.2 million |
| Washington University | To further donee's exempt purpose | $3.0 million |
| Rutgers Future Scholars Rutgers University | To further donee's exempt purpose | $207,695 |
| Palo Alto Partners in Education | To further donee's exempt purpose | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Dr P Roy Vagelos
- Randall Vagelos
- Cynthia Vagelos Roberts
- Andrew Vagelos
- Ellen Vagelos Masseur
Questions people ask
Does The Pindaros Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Pindaros Foundation Inc give?
$70.1 million in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $5.1 million.
Who runs The Pindaros Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Dr P Roy Vagelos (President), Randall Vagelos (Vice President), Cynthia Vagelos Roberts (Treasurer) and Andrew Vagelos (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Pindaros Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.