THE NEW YORK TIMES COMMUNITIES FUND
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The New York Times Communities Fund is a 501(c)3 organization that made $8.4 million in grants to 33 grantees in 2025, focusing on supporting community-driven initiatives. This funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the fund can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
NYTCF WAS ORIGINATED TO RAISE FUNDS TO PROVIDE TO INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES IN DISTRESS.
Cause Areas
2
Communication media
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE CHILDREN'S AID SOCIETY
$15M
17%
United Jewish Appeal - Federation Of Jewish Philanthropies Of New York
$13.5M
15%
Brooklyn Bureau of Community Service
$11.9M
13%
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Total No. of Grants
18
Median 1st year grant
$500K
Median 2nd year grant
$726.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE NEW YORK TIMES COMMUNITIES FUND?
No. THE NEW YORK TIMES COMMUNITIES FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE NEW YORK TIMES COMMUNITIES FUND give?
THE NEW YORK TIMES COMMUNITIES FUND primarily gives to organizations located in New York, Illinois, and District Of Columbia. 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 NEW YORK TIMES COMMUNITIES FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE NEW YORK TIMES COMMUNITIES FUND fall in the $500 thousand to $1 million range. The median first-year grant is about $500 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE NEW YORK TIMES COMMUNITIES FUND make each year?
In 2025, THE NEW YORK TIMES COMMUNITIES FUND awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $8.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE NEW YORK TIMES COMMUNITIES FUND fund recently?
In 2025, THE NEW YORK TIMES COMMUNITIES FUND awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include THE CHILDREN'S AID SOCIETY, United Jewish Appeal - Federation Of Jewish Philanthropies Of New York, and Brooklyn Bureau of Community Service. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE NEW YORK TIMES COMMUNITIES FUND?
THE NEW YORK TIMES COMMUNITIES FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.