The Senator Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Senator Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $15,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $10,000. 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$15,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$805,337
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $40,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $192,500 | 4 | $632,270 |
| 2024 | $40,000 | 7 | $703,943 |
| 2025 | $15,000 | 2 | $805,337 |
How to apply
The Senator 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 Senator Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Alliance | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Music Will | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jessica Harris
- Edward Larmann
- George Aitken Davies
- Douglas Silverman
Questions people ask
Does The Senator Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Senator Foundation give?
$15,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs The Senator Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jessica Harris (President), Edward Larmann (Treasurer), George Aitken Davies (Director) and Douglas Silverman (Director).
What does The Senator Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.