Field of Vision Inc
Field of Vision is a filmmaker and artist driven organization that commissions, creates and supports original nonfiction films about developing and ongoing stories around the globe. Field of Vision supports work that uses innovative and artistic ways to explore contemporary global issues through a cinematic lens and that push the boundaries of nonfiction storytelling.In addition to providing funding, Field of Vision offers different free filmmaker and artist support services through its programs department and various clinics throughout the year.
Field of Vision Inc at a glance
In short: Field of Vision Inc gave $90K across 4 grants in 2025 (avg $22K), top state North Carolina. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $89,500
- -37.8% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 4
- +0.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $22,375
- -37.8% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $22,500
- Total assets
- $4,495,438
- -18.3% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- North Carolina (36% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated September 2026.
Who Field of Vision Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 4 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Jaripeo Documentary LLC ($32K). Together the top 4 received $90K.
Grant Size Distribution
22 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 19 grants of 22 (86%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 4 itemized grants.
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2023 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $90K (2025) to $391K (2023). In 2025 it made 4 grants totaling $90K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jaripeo Documentary LLC Chapel Hill, NC | Feature Film, Festival Support | $32,000 |
| JVB Project LLC New York, NY | Feature Film Grants | $30,000 |
| NY Labor Documentary LLC Los Angeles, CA | Shorts Production Grants | $15,000 |
| Walking Iris Media San Francisco, CA | General Artist Support Grant | $12,500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,495,438 | $747,975 | $1,817,281 | $89,500 | 4 |
| 2024 | $5,502,593 | $313,671 | $1,816,868 | $144,000 | 4 |
| 2023 | $7,183,226 | $9,289,948 | $2,308,083 | $391,005 | 14 |
About Field of Vision Inc
Based on IRS filings
Field of Vision Inc is a public charity focused on Arts, Culture & Humanities, based in New York, NY. IRS filing data is available from 2023 through 2025. As of 2025, the organization holds $4.5M in total assets. In 2025, it awarded 4 grants totaling $90K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Field of Vision Inc is led by Charlotte Cook, President & CEO since 2025 (on filings since 2023); 2 of 4 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Charlotte Cook
President & CEO
President & CEO → Executive Director, 2024
Executive Director → President & CEO, 2025
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$197K (2023) → $252K (2025)
Kristen Fitzpatrick
Managing Director
Secretary → Managing Director, 2025
On filings since 2024
40 hrs/week
$161K (2024) → $193K (2025)
David Bralow
Secretary & Treasurer
Treasurer & Secretary → Treasurer, 2024
Treasurer → Secretary & Treasurer, 2025
On filings since 2023
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Matt Wolf
Board Member
On filings since 2023
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2023–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $252K, to Charlotte Cook (President & CEO). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Field of Vision Inc
How much does Field of Vision Inc give each year?
Field of Vision Inc gave $90K across 4 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. In 2024 it gave $144K across 4 grants.
What is Field of Vision Inc's typical grant size?
Field of Vision Inc's median grant in 2025 was $22,500, and its average grant was $22,375, across 4 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990.
Where does Field of Vision Inc give grants?
Field of Vision Inc's top state is North Carolina, with 36% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990. The next largest states were New York (34%) and California (31%).
Does Field of Vision Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 25% of Field of Vision Inc's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (1 of 4) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990.
How large is Field of Vision Inc?
Field of Vision Inc reported $4.5M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $748K.
What is Field of Vision Inc?
Field of Vision Inc is a public charity focused on Arts, Culture & Humanities, based in New York, NY. It holds $4.5M in total assets as of 2025.
What is Field of Vision Inc's EIN?
Field of Vision Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 92-1016391. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2023–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS April 23, 2025)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS August 19, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2023–2024
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