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This organization closed in 2023. It filed a final 990 indicating termination and no longer appears as active in IRS records, as it is absent from the EO Business Master File and Pub78 List.

Est.

1863

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

990s

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2023
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2022
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2021
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AI Summary

The Brooklyn Historical Society is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on grantmaking in support of historical and cultural initiatives. In 2023, it awarded a total of $692K in grants to a single grantee, emphasizing a relationship-based approach where funding opportunities are by invitation only. The organization does not accept unsolicited proposals, but nonprofits interested in engaging with them can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

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Mission Statement

MAKE THE VIBRANT HISTORY OF BROOKLYN TANGIBLE, RELEVANT AND MEANINGFUL FOR TODAY'S DIVERSE COMMUNITIES AND FOR GENERATIONS TO COME.

Cause Areas

2
Historic preservation
Historical activities
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Giving Insights

Total Funding Given
$692K
2023
Grantees funded
1
Multi-year grantees
0%
Funding by Year

Top Grantees

2023
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
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BROOKLYN PUBLIC LIBRARY
BROOKLYN, NY
$692K
100%
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Grants Given

2023
Total No. of Grants
1
Median 1st year grant
$692K
Median 2nd year grant
N/A

Board & Team

H
Heather Malin - Until 61323
Board Member
K
Karen Sheehan - Until 61323
Board Member
A
Alan Nisselson - Until 61323
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE BROOKLYN HISTORICAL SOCIETY?
No. THE BROOKLYN HISTORICAL SOCIETY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE BROOKLYN HISTORICAL SOCIETY give?
THE BROOKLYN HISTORICAL SOCIETY primarily gives to organizations located in New York. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE BROOKLYN HISTORICAL SOCIETY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE BROOKLYN HISTORICAL SOCIETY fall in the $500 thousand to $1 million range. The median first-year grant is about $692 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE BROOKLYN HISTORICAL SOCIETY make each year?
In 2023, THE BROOKLYN HISTORICAL SOCIETY awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $692 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE BROOKLYN HISTORICAL SOCIETY fund recently?
In 2023, THE BROOKLYN HISTORICAL SOCIETY awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include BROOKLYN PUBLIC LIBRARY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE BROOKLYN HISTORICAL SOCIETY?
THE BROOKLYN HISTORICAL SOCIETY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.