THE PERSHING SQUARE FOUNDATION
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The Pershing Square Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on strategic philanthropic initiatives, having disbursed $10.9 million in grants to 115 grantees in 2024. This foundation operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Cause Areas
2
Foundations
Community and economic development
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE MOUNT SINAI HOSPITAL
$20.5M
15%
NEW VENTURE FUND
$13.8M
10%
ROBIN HOOD FOUNDATION
$12.1M
9%
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Total No. of Grants
56
Median 1st year grant
$100K
Median 2nd year grant
$200K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE PERSHING SQUARE FOUNDATION?
No. THE PERSHING SQUARE FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE PERSHING SQUARE FOUNDATION give?
THE PERSHING SQUARE FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in New York, District Of Columbia, and Massachusetts. 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 PERSHING SQUARE FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE PERSHING SQUARE FOUNDATION fall in the $250 thousand to $500 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $100 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE PERSHING SQUARE FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE PERSHING SQUARE FOUNDATION awarded about 60 grants, totaling nearly $10.9 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE PERSHING SQUARE FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE PERSHING SQUARE FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 120 grantees. Recent grantees include THE MOUNT SINAI HOSPITAL, NEW VENTURE FUND, and ROBIN HOOD FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE PERSHING SQUARE FOUNDATION?
THE PERSHING SQUARE FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.