The Roni Horn Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Roni Horn Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $270,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $45,000 and the largest $60,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$270,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$45,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$9.4 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $310,000 the year before.
33% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $145,000 | 4 | $4.6 million |
| 2023 | $335,000 | 10 | $5.9 million |
| 2024 | $310,000 | 8 | $7.2 million |
| 2025 | $270,000 | 6 | $9.4 million |
How to apply
The Roni Horn 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.
What The Roni Horn Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $180,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $60,000 |
| California | 1 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Indian College Fund | To help activities of var. Public char. Inst. Which are exempt under 501(c)(3) | $60,000 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council | To help activities of var. Pblic char. Inst. Which are exempt under 501(c)(3) | $60,000 |
| The New York Public Library | To help activities of var. Pblic char. Inst. Which are exempt under 501(c)(3) | $60,000 |
| Global Fund for Women | To help activities of var. Pblic char. Inst. Which are exempt under 501(c)(3) | $30,000 |
| God's Love We Deliver | To help activities of var. Pblic char. Inst. Which are exempt under 501(c)(3) | $30,000 |
| Propublica | To help activities of var. Pblic char. Inst. Which are exempt under 501(c)(3) | $30,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Roni Horn
- Julie Ault
- Jerry Gorovoy
Questions people ask
Does The Roni Horn Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Roni Horn Foundation give?
$270,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $45,000.
Who runs The Roni Horn Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Roni Horn (President), Julie Ault (Secretary) and Jerry Gorovoy (Treasurer).
What does The Roni Horn Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.