Fund for Policy Reform Inc
THE MISSION OF THE FUND FOR POLICY REFORM, INC.("FPR, INC.") IS TO PROMOTE SOCIAL WELFARE THROUGH ITS SUPPORT OF FEDERAL AND STATE LEGISLATION THAT ASSURES GREATER FAIRNESS IN POLITICAL, LEGAL AND ECONOMIC SYSTEMS AND SAFEGUARDS FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS. IT CONDUCTS ACTIVITIES TO BRING ABOUT CIVIC BETTERMENT AND SOCIAL IMPROVEMENTS IN COMMUNITIES AROUND THE WORLD BY ADVOCATING THE REFORM OF LOCAL, STATE, FEDERAL OR FOREIGN LAWS OR REGULATIONS. IT ALSO CONDUCTS SUPPORTING ACTIVITIES THAT ARE CHARITABLE OR EDUCATIONAL TO PROMOTE SOCIAL WELFARE. FPR INC. MAKES GRANTS TO ORGANIZATIONS CARRYING OUT THESE PURPOSES AND OTHERWISE COOPERATES WITH OTHER ORGANIZATIONS AND/OR GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES TO ACHIEVE THESE GOALS. FPR, INC. IS FUNDING INITIATIVES THAT INVOLVE PUBLIC WELFARE, DRUG POLICY, ALLEVIATION OF POVERTY, AND ELECTORAL REFORM.
Key facts about Fund for Policy Reform Inc
- EIN
- 26-4351242
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024
- Annual giving (2024)
- $162,150,000
- Grants made (2024)
- 3
- Average grant
- $54,050,000
- Median grant
- $5,000,000
- Total assets
- $840,987,402
- Primary geography
- District of Columbia (97% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who Fund for Policy Reform Inc funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for Fund for Policy Reform Inc's 3 itemized 2024 grants were District of Columbia (97%). 67% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
How Fund for Policy Reform Inc gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (−20%). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
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Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$841.0M
+8.3% YoY
Annual Giving
$162.2M
-38.2% YoY
Grant Count
3
+0.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$54.0M
-38.2% YoY
About Fund for Policy Reform Inc
Based on IRS filings
Fund for Policy Reform Inc is a nonprofit organization focused on Public, Societal Benefit, based in New York, NY. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $841.0M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 3 grants totaling $162.2M. Net investment income was $54.2M.
Focus Areas
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 3 itemized 2024 grant dollars.
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $840,987,402 | $776,276,857 | $803,585,533 |
| Revenue | $470,129,351 | $329,080,981 | $357,192,867 |
| Expenses | $265,976,934 | $406,920,722 | $403,103,804 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $54,164,279 | $2,080,981 | $24,492,867 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 3 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
22 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest recipients include Open Society Action Fund Inc ($157,100,000), Courier Newsroom ($5,000,000), Pareco ($50,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| OPEN SOCIETY ACTION FUND INC Washington, DC | TO PROVIDE GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $157,100,000 |
| COURIER NEWSROOM New York, NY | TO PROVIDE GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $5,000,000 |
| PARECO Brooklyn, NY | TO PROVIDE PROGRAM SUPPORT FOR THE GRANTEE'S WORK ON THE CURRICULUM ON ANTISEMIT | $50,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 IRS filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Vachon | Director | 0.02 | — |
| Leonard Benardo | Director (Until 12/1/24) | 0.02 | $447 |
| Maryann Canfield | Director | 0.02 | — |
| Alexander Soros | Director | 0.02 | — |
| Binaifer Nowrojee | Director (As of 12/1/24) | 0.02 | $507 |
| Maija Arbolino | Treasurer | 0.62 | $6,984 |
| Catherine Livingston | Secretary (Until 1/17/24) | 0.02 | — |
| Debbie Fine | Secretary (As of 1/17/24) | 0.02 | $308 |
| Hugo Arley Tobar Otero | Program Director | 40 | $222,961 |
| Kyong Hwa Seok | Program Director | 40 | $218,080 |
| Angelica Prieto Maria Zamora | Associate Director | 40 | $216,519 |
| Daniel Enrique Gonzales Rivera | Senior Program Manager | 40 | $203,469 |
| Pedro Abramovay | Vice President, Programs | 40 | $609,246 |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fund for Policy Reform Inc?
Fund for Policy Reform Inc is a nonprofit organization focused on Public, Societal Benefit, based in New York, NY. It holds $841.0M in total assets as of 2024.
How large is Fund for Policy Reform Inc?
As of 2024, Fund for Policy Reform Inc holds $841.0M in total assets with $470.1M in annual revenue. It awarded 3 grants totaling $162.2M in 2024.
Where does Fund for Policy Reform Inc operate?
Fund for Policy Reform Inc has awarded grants in District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Massachusetts, North Carolina, New York.
What size grants does Fund for Policy Reform Inc award?
In 2024, Fund for Policy Reform Inc awarded 3 grants totaling $162.2M — an average of about $54.0M per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Fund for Policy Reform Inc's EIN?
Fund for Policy Reform Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 26-4351242. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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