Galena-yorktown Foundation
The Galena-Yorktown Foundation is a private family foundation based in Washington, DC, established in February 2009. Also known as the Anne and Ronald Abramson Family Foundation, it operates as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization focused on philanthropic grantmaking across the United States.
Key facts about Galena-yorktown Foundation
- EIN
- 61-6356354
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024
- Annual giving (2024)
- $3,049,439
- Grants made (2024)
- 98
- Average grant
- $31,117
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $40,027,969
- Primary geography
- District of Columbia (39% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated June 2026. Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Galena-yorktown Foundation funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for Galena-yorktown Foundation's 98 itemized 2024 grants were District of Columbia (39%), Maryland (38%) and New York (7%). The most frequent recipient cities were Washington, DC (44 grants), New York, NY (13 grants), Silver Spring, MD (3 grants) and Arlington, VA (3 grants). 100% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$40.0M
-2.7% YoY
Annual Giving
$3.0M
+2.4% YoY
Grant Count
98
+10.1% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$31K
-7.0% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Galena-yorktown Foundation reported a distributable amount of $2.1M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Grantmaking
The foundation is an active grantmaker that does not accept unsolicited applications and operates on an invite-only basis.
Grant Range
$1,000 to $990,000
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation funds projects across numerous U.S. cities and states, including major urban centers such as New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago, as well as smaller communities. Operations span multiple states including California, Texas, and New York.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 98 itemized 2024 grant dollars.
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of Fiscal Year 2023:
- Total assets: $41.1 million
- Total revenues: $1.82 million
- Total expenses: $3.22 million
- Total liabilities: $1.53 million
- Giving rate: 7.2% of assets
Revenue Breakdown (2023):
- Grants and contributions: $668,165
- Investment income and dividends: $983,014
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $40,027,969 | $41,132,663 | $41,936,187 |
| Revenue | $3,640,835 | $1,823,680 | $1,171,546 |
| Expenses | $3,319,692 | $3,221,788 | $2,816,675 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $3,049,439 | $2,978,770 | $2,711,865 |
| Net Investment Income | $3,336,233 | $914,254 | $1,109,271 |
| Distributable Amount | $2,073,992 | $2,105,559 | $2,170,102 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
472 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest recipients include Yeshiva of Greater Washington ($1,026,000), The Kennedy Center ($331,353), Actblue Charities Inc ($150,833).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| YESHIVA OF GREATER WASHINGTON SILVER SPRING, MD | UNRESTRICTED FUNDS | $1,026,000 |
| THE KENNEDY CENTER WASHINGTON, DC | UNRESTRICTED FUNDS | $331,353 |
| ACTBLUE CHARITIES INC SOMERVILLE, MA | UNRESTRICTED FUNDS | $150,833 |
| THE VOTER PARTICIPATION CENTER WASHINGTON, DC | UNRESTRICTED FUNDS | $110,000 |
| AMERICAN VOTER EDUCATION FUND BURBANK, CA | UNRESTRICTED FUNDS | $80,000 |
| GREATER WASHINGTON EDUCATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATION INC ARLINGTON, VA | UNRESTRICTED FUNDS | $75,000 |
| DC JAZZ FESTIVAL WASHINGTON, DC | UNRESTRICTED FUNDS | $70,000 |
| UNITED STATES HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL MUSEUM WASHINGTON, DC | UNRESTRICTED FUNDS | $66,666 |
| AMALGAMATED FOUNDATION WASHINGTON, DC | UNRESTRICTED FUNDS | $50,000 |
| SOME (SO OTHERS MIGHT EAT) WASHINGTON, DC | UNRESTRICTED FUNDS | $50,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The foundation is managed by trustees Ronald D. Abramson and Anne E. Abramson, who serve without compensation. The foundation has no employees.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| RONALD D ABRAMSON | TRUSTEE-PART | 2 | — |
| ANNE E ABRAMSON | TRUSTEE-PART | 1 | — |
Contact Information
Address: 1700 K Street NW, Suite 300, Washington, DC 20006-3807
Phone: 301-984-7000
EIN: 61-6356354
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for a grant from Galena-yorktown Foundation?
The foundation is an active grantmaker that does not accept unsolicited applications and operates on an invite-only basis. **Grant Activity:** • Made 87 grants in the most recent fiscal year • Total giving: approximately $2.98 million annually • Grant range: $1,000 to $990,000 • Median grant size: $10,000 **Recent Grant Examples (2023):** • Yeshiva of Greater Washington: $990,000 (unrestricted funds) • The Voter Participation Center: $75,000 (unrestricted funds) • Jewish Federation of Greater W…
Where does Galena-yorktown Foundation make grants?
The foundation funds projects across numerous U.S. cities and states, including major urban centers such as New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago, as well as smaller communities. Operations span multiple states including California, Texas, and New York.
What size grants does Galena-yorktown Foundation award?
In 2024, Galena-yorktown Foundation awarded 98 grants totaling $3.0M — an average of about $31K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Galena-yorktown Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Galena-yorktown Foundation reported a distributable amount of $2.1M on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Galena-yorktown Foundation's EIN?
Galena-yorktown Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 61-6356354. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Galena-yorktown Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines.
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