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The BNY Mellon Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that is currently open for unsolicited proposals, having distributed a total of $3.4 million in grants to 23 grantees in the filing year 2024. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the 'How to Apply' section of the current profile page to determine their fit for funding opportunities.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

UPWARDLY GLOBAL
New York, NY
$1.3M
7%

NEW YORK UNIVERSITY
NEW YORK, NY
$1M
5%
THE MILKEN INSTITUTE
Santa Monica, CA
$800K
4%
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Total No. of Grants
6
Median 1st year grant
$150K
Median 2nd year grant
$175K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to BNY MELLON FOUNDATION?
Yes. BNY MELLON FOUNDATION accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does BNY MELLON FOUNDATION give?
BNY MELLON FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in New York, Michigan, and California. 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 BNY MELLON FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from BNY MELLON FOUNDATION fall in the $500 thousand to $1 million range. The median first-year grant is about $150 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does BNY MELLON FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, BNY MELLON FOUNDATION awarded about 6 grants, totaling nearly $3.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did BNY MELLON FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, BNY MELLON FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include UPWARDLY GLOBAL, NEW YORK UNIVERSITY, and THE MILKEN INSTITUTE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to BNY MELLON FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.
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