Essense
Preselected recipients only
Essense is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $25,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$25,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$649,742
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $500,000 |
| 2024 | $25,000 | 1 | $649,742 |
How to apply
Essense 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 Essense funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Network Contagion Research Institut | Education research | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sundar Iyer
Questions people ask
Does Essense accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Essense give?
$25,000 in tax year 2024, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Essense?
Its 2024 filing lists Sundar Iyer (President).
What does Essense fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and science and research.