NEW YORK LIFE FOUNDATION
New York, NY, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
13-2989476
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
New York, NY, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
13-2989476
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
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The New York Life Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, has made significant contributions in 2024, totaling $27.3 million in grants to 1,089 grantees, primarily focusing on New York, Texas, and North Carolina. The foundation is currently open for unsolicited proposals, inviting prospective applicants to review the 'How to Apply' section of their profile page to determine eligibility and fit for funding opportunities.
Cause Areas
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

FOUNDATION FOR THE CAROLINAS
$28M
12%

American Museum of Natural History
$7.5M
3%

THE BELL FOUNDATION INC
$7.4M
3%
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Total No. of Grants
621
Median 1st year grant
$3K
Median 2nd year grant
$45K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to NEW YORK LIFE FOUNDATION?
Yes. NEW YORK LIFE FOUNDATION accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting their website.
Where does NEW YORK LIFE FOUNDATION give?
NEW YORK LIFE FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in New York, Texas, and North Carolina. 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 NEW YORK LIFE FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from NEW YORK LIFE FOUNDATION fall in the below $5,000 range. The median first-year grant is about $3,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does NEW YORK LIFE FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, NEW YORK LIFE FOUNDATION awarded about 620 grants, totaling nearly $27.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did NEW YORK LIFE FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, NEW YORK LIFE FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 1,090 grantees. Recent grantees include FOUNDATION FOR THE CAROLINAS, American Museum of Natural History, and THE BELL FOUNDATION INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to NEW YORK LIFE FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting NEW YORK LIFE FOUNDATION’s website.
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