The Realty Foundation of New York Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Realty Foundation of New York Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $579,339 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $9,375 and the largest $307,500. 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$579,339
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$9,375
- Largest grant$307,500
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2024 was up from $539,490 the year before.
41% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $747,625 | 38 | $2.6 million |
| 2023 | $539,490 | 29 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $579,339 | 32 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
The Realty Foundation of New York 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 Realty Foundation of New York Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 30 | $562,696 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $6,643 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Building Skills New York | Support construction jobs & training | $307,500 |
| Citizens Budget Commission | Achieve change in finance & svcs nyc | $20,000 |
| The Metropolitan Museum of Art | Supports museum education programs | $18,000 |
| Win | Support homeless program | $17,960 |
| Individual | Financial assistance | $15,000 |
| Individual | Financial assistance | $15,000 |
| NAACP New York State | Support services | $15,000 |
| The Inner Circle | Support local ny charities | $12,500 |
| Individual | Financial assistance | $12,000 |
| Nylcvef | Support clean water renewable energy | $11,500 |
| Citizens Housing & Planning Council | Support affordable housing | $11,000 |
| Mayors Fund to Advance NYC | Support child care program | $10,431 |
| Building Energy Exchange | Light & energy efficiency program | $10,000 |
| Grand Central Partnership | Grand central business district | $10,000 |
| Pfaria | Benefit real estate professionals | $10,000 |
| New York University | Support research for publication | $9,550 |
| Coro New York Leadership Center | Leadership conference sponsorship | $9,200 |
| New York Housing Conference | Support rising leaders program | $7,500 |
| Individual | Financial assistance | $6,998 |
| Urban Land Institute | Increase housing attainability | $6,643 |
| Long Island City Partnership | Econoic development jamaica ny | $6,000 |
| Outreach Project | Fight substance abuse | $5,710 |
| Greater Jamaica Development Corp | Revitalization of jamaica queens ny | $5,337 |
| Individual | Financial assistance | $5,000 |
| Brooklyn Bridge Park Conservancy | Enriching educational programs | $5,000 |
| Jack Martin Fund | Support pediatric care program | $5,000 |
| Waterfront Alliance | Support heros of the harbor program | $4,000 |
| The Skyscraper Museum | Museum support | $2,260 |
| Hanyc Foundation | Public safety & sanitation programs | $2,000 |
| Pathways to Apprenticeship | Building trades apprenticeship | $1,750 |
| Queens Economic Development Corp | Foster diversity & inclusion | $1,000 |
| Fund for the City of Ny | New yorkers united for child care | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Douglas Durst
- James Whelan
- Leslie Wohlman Himmel
- Bruce Beal
- Leonard Boxer
- Daniel Brodsky
- Robert A Knakal
- Frederick W Peters
- Amy Rose
- Alan H Weiner
- Donald Zucker
Questions people ask
Does The Realty Foundation of New York Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Realty Foundation of New York Inc give?
$579,339 in tax year 2024, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $9,375.
Who runs The Realty Foundation of New York Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Douglas Durst (Chairman), James Whelan (President), Leslie Wohlman Himmel (Treasurer) and Bruce Beal (Secretary) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does The Realty Foundation of New York Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, housing and homelessness and education.