The Vidda Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Vidda Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $401,000 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $65,000. 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$401,000
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$65,000
- Assets$8.9 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2024 was down from $406,000 the year before.
8% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $400,000 | 25 | $7.9 million |
| 2023 | $406,000 | 25 | $8.6 million |
| 2024 | $401,000 | 24 | $8.9 million |
How to apply
The Vidda 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 Vidda Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 24 | $401,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia University School of GS | Vidda scholarships | $65,000 |
| American Museum of Natural History | Educational programming | $30,000 |
| Metropolitan Museum of Art | Educational& conservation programs | $30,000 |
| Theater for the New City | Operating support | $25,000 |
| Fountain House | Educational programming | $20,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Greater New York | Operating support | $20,000 |
| Scenic Hudson | Operating support | $20,000 |
| Brigid Alliance | Operating support | $15,000 |
| Christodora | New youth conservationists saturday program | $15,000 |
| Ciana | Operating support | $15,000 |
| Community Food Advocates | Operating support | $15,000 |
| Constitution Marsh-National Audubon Soc | Wildlife conservation & education programs | $15,000 |
| Raynham Hall Museum | Operating support | $15,000 |
| Search and Care | Operating support | $11,000 |
| Ascendus | Nyc small business lending and financial education program | $10,000 |
| Carnegie Hall | Weill music institute | $10,000 |
| Carter Burden Network | Making art work program | $10,000 |
| Make the Road Ny | Operating support | $10,000 |
| New York Society Library | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Symphony Space | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Association for Case Management & Housing | Operating support | $7,500 |
| Citymeals on Wheels | Operating support | $7,500 |
| New York City Marble Cemetary | Operating support | $7,500 |
| New York Historical Society | Educational programming | $7,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ian H Fraser
- Stephen Evans
- Helen C Evarts
- Harriet Gerard Clark
Questions people ask
Does The Vidda Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Vidda Foundation give?
$401,000 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Vidda Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ian H Fraser (Chairman), Stephen Evans (Trustee), Helen C Evarts (Trustee) and Harriet Gerard Clark (Trustee).
What does The Vidda Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and environment and conservation.