Two West Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Two West Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $46,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$46,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$399,266
- New grantees85%
Giving in 2024 was up from $30,000 the year before.
85% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $75,000 | 8 | $305,322 |
| 2023 | $30,000 | 4 | $351,398 |
| 2024 | $46,000 | 13 | $399,266 |
How to apply
Two West 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 Two West Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 3 | $15,000 |
| New York | 4 | $12,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $6,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $3,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $3,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Riverside Language Program | General operating | $5,000 |
| Fuller Project for International Reporting | General operating | $5,000 |
| Stamford Public Education Foundation | General operating | $5,000 |
| Inspirica Inc | General operating | $5,000 |
| Connecticut Institute for Refugees | General operating | $5,000 |
| Strawtown Art & Garden Studio | General operating | $3,000 |
| Wilcox Theater and Arts Inc | General operating | $3,000 |
| Public Media Journalism Foundation | General operating | $3,000 |
| Angelica Center for Arts and Music | General operating | $3,000 |
| Survivors Empowered Inc | General operating | $3,000 |
| Victory United Inc | General operating | $3,000 |
| Prison Dharma Network Inc | General operating | $2,000 |
| St Mary's Hospital for Children | General operating | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Vivien C Hanson
- Josh Taylor
- Pamela Goodman Lichty
- John Jake K Taylor
Questions people ask
Does Two West Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Two West Foundation give?
$46,000 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Two West Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Vivien C Hanson (President), Josh Taylor (VP), Pamela Goodman Lichty (Secretary) and John Jake K Taylor (Treasurer).
What does Two West Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.