The Porticus North America Foundation F/K/A the Humanitas Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Porticus North America Foundation F/K/A the Humanitas Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.3 million in 19 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $300,000. 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$1.3 million
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$33.1 million
- New grantees84%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.4 million the year before.
84% 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 | $1.4 million | 15 | $30.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 19 | $33.1 million |
How to apply
The Porticus North America Foundation F/K/A the Humanitas 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 Porticus North America Foundation F/K/A the Humanitas Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 6 | $505,000 |
| New York | 3 | $280,000 |
| South Dakota | 4 | $140,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $100,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $100,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $60,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $55,240 |
| Utah | 1 | $50,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgetown University | New challenges and opportunities: democracy, building bridges, young people, and the synod. | $300,000 |
| Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors | Trust for civic life: investing in locally led civic programming in rural u.s. | $175,000 |
| National Council of the US Society of St Vincent | Transition grant - st vincent de paul. | $100,000 |
| Constructive Dialogue Institute | Supporting a faith-based cohort of colleges and universities to improve discourse on their campuses. | $100,000 |
| Issue One | Council for responsible social media. | $100,000 |
| Catholic Church Extension Society of the US | Cultivating rural fatih communities as community anchors. | $100,000 |
| One America Movement | Catholic faith leader outreach. | $60,000 |
| Ending Clergy Abuse (Eca) Global | Nurturing growth: a path to healing. | $55,240 |
| New America Foundation | General opeerating support. | $50,000 |
| Salt Lake Civil Network Inc | Younify general operating support. | $50,000 |
| Fadica | Membership dues and general support. | $40,000 |
| Makoce Agriculture Development | Core organizational support. | $35,000 |
| South Dakota Education Equity Coalition | Creating diverse, equitable, and inclusive learning enviornments for indigenous students in south dakota. | $35,000 |
| Red Cloud Renewable | Core operational support. | $35,000 |
| Red Cloud Indian School Inc | Mahpiya luta/red cloud indian school core support. | $35,000 |
| The National Leadership Rountable on Church Mgmt | Catholic partnership summit. | $10,000 |
| Pace | Pace membership. | $5,000 |
| Commonweal Foundation | Future readers and writers table at the commonweal centennial gala dinner. | $5,000 |
| Funders Together to End Homelessness | Membership dues and general support. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Kushen
- Brian Hayes
- Daisy A Vazquez
- Jean-Louis Brenninkmeijer
- Bernard Brenninkmeijer
- Mark Brenninkmeijer
- Coleen A Waldron
Questions people ask
Does The Porticus North America Foundation F/K/A the Humanitas Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Porticus North America Foundation F/K/A the Humanitas Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Porticus North America Foundation F/K/A the Humanitas Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert Kushen (President), Brian Hayes (Vice President), Daisy A Vazquez (Vice President & Secretary) and Jean-Louis Brenninkmeijer (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Porticus North America Foundation F/K/A the Humanitas Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, community development and faith communities.