Three Cairns Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Three Cairns Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.3 million in 3 grants; the typical grant was $500,000 and the largest $1.5 million. 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$2.3 million
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$500,000
- Largest grant$1.5 million
- Assets$117 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $7.8 million the year before.
50% 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 | $7.8 million | 3 | $97.1 million |
| 2024 | $2.3 million | 3 | $117 million |
How to apply
Three Cairns Foundation 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.
What Three Cairns Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $1.8 million |
| California | 1 | $500,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Funds Inc | Care coordination fund | $1.5 million |
| Activate Global Inc | General purpose | $500,000 |
| Community Funds Inc | Congestion pricing go fund | $300,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Elizabeth B Strickler
- Mark T Gallogly
- Brian Osias
Questions people ask
Does Three Cairns Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Three Cairns Foundation Inc give?
$2.3 million in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $500,000.
Who runs Three Cairns Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Elizabeth B Strickler (Director President/Secretary), Mark T Gallogly (Director Treasurer) and Brian Osias (Cio/Asst Secretary).
What does Three Cairns Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.