Twig Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Twig Foundation is a private foundation in Rockville Centre, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.8 million in 8 grants; the typical grant was $37,500 and the largest $2.6 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$2.8 million
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$37,500
- Largest grant$2.6 million
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was up from $223,000 the year before.
38% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $223,000 | 17 | $5.4 million |
| 2024 | $2.8 million | 8 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
Twig 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 Twig Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 1 | $2.6 million |
| New York | 5 | $165,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $40,000 |
| California | 1 | $30,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Community Foundation | General | $2.6 million |
| Cambridge Partnership for Education | General | $50,000 |
| International Justice Mission | General | $40,000 |
| International Rescue Committee | General | $40,000 |
| ACLU | General | $35,000 |
| Fistula Foundation | General | $30,500 |
| UNICEF | General | $30,000 |
| Propublica | General | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan C Petersmeyer
- Adam Henneke
- Blair Martin
- Kevin Martin
- Lee Webb
- Emily Berry
Questions people ask
Does Twig Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Twig Foundation give?
$2.8 million in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $37,500.
Who runs Twig Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Susan C Petersmeyer (Trustee), Adam Henneke (Trustee), Blair Martin (Trustee) and Kevin Martin (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Twig Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.