Trio Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Trio Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2023 it gave $226,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $100,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$226,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$794,611
- New grantees89%
Giving in 2023 was up from $220,500 the year before.
89% of its 2023 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 | $220,500 | 5 | $867,389 |
| 2023 | $226,000 | 9 | $794,611 |
How to apply
Trio 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 Trio Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 3 | $111,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $100,000 |
| New York | 4 | $14,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Charitable | Support philanthropy | $100,000 |
| Northwestern University | Support education | $100,000 |
| Miami Universityfoundation | Support education | $10,000 |
| Columbia Business School | Support education | $7,500 |
| Columbia University | Support education | $5,000 |
| Caron | Support public health | $1,000 |
| Collegiate School | Support education | $1,000 |
| Miami University Womens Giving Circle | Support women | $1,000 |
| Heart of the Hamptons | Support community | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Ann Casati
Questions people ask
Does Trio Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Trio Foundation give?
$226,000 in tax year 2023, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Trio Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Mary Ann Casati (Trustee).
What does Trio Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.