Vayner Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Vayner Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $175,501 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $37,000 and the largest $98,000. 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$175,501
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$37,000
- Largest grant$98,000
- Assets$805,620
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $953,207 |
| 2024 | $175,501 | 4 | $805,620 |
How to apply
Vayner 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 Vayner Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 1 | $98,000 |
| New York | 1 | $69,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $8,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Charity Water | To support clean water projects. | $98,000 |
| Pencils of Promise | To support educational programs for studends in ghana, guatemala, and laos. | $69,000 |
| Griffin Bridges Program | To support financially limited, academically talented students. | $5,000 |
| New Jersey Seeds DBA Seeds - Access Changes Everything | To support seeds' program | $3,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary Vaynerchuk
- Mona Zohrehvand
Questions people ask
Does Vayner Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Vayner Foundation give?
$175,501 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $37,000.
Who runs Vayner Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gary Vaynerchuk (President) and Mona Zohrehvand (Vice President).
What does Vayner Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.