Ibm International Foundation
The IBM International Foundation is a private foundation established in 1985 and based in Armonk, New York. It serves as the philanthropic arm of IBM Corporation, providing grants and matching gifts to charitable organizations across multiple sectors including education, science, technology, arts and culture, health, public affairs, environmental issues, and international human rights.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$357.7M
+5.0% YoY
Annual Giving
$11.7M
+0.1% YoY
Grant Count
16
-20.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$734K
+25.2% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation supports organizations involved with:
- Arts and culture
- K-12 education
- Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM)
- Environment and climate adaptation
- Health
- Employment and skills development
- Human services
- Diversity and inclusion
- Public policy research
- Minorities
- International human rights
Key Program Areas
P-Tech Schools: A groundbreaking education model combining public high school and no-cost community college with preparation for "new collar" jobs. P-Tech students, primarily from under-served backgrounds, graduate with a no-cost associate degree along with workplace experiences including mentorships.
SkillsBuild: Offers free learning, support, and resources from secondary education (ages 13-18) to adults seeking entry-level employment, providing skills for entry-level tech jobs.
IBM Fellowship Grants: Awards Ph.D. fellowships to students interested in solving problems important to IBM across disciplines including computer science and engineering, electrical and mechanical engineering, physical sciences (chemistry, material sciences, physics), and mathematical sciences.
Matching Gifts Program: Matches contributions made by IBM employees and retirees to educational institutions, hospitals, hospices, nursing homes, and cultural and environmental organizations. Special programs support the United Negro College Fund, American Indian College Fund, and Hispanic Association of Colleges.
Grantmaking
The foundation operates primarily through **invitation-only grants** determined by foundation leadership and IBM's strategic priorities. **The foundation does not accept unsolicited applications** from the general public.
Grant Range
**: $2,000 - $5,051,474
Average Grant
**: $734,000 (2024)
Invitation Only
The foundation operates primarily through **invitation-only grants** determined by foundation leadership and IBM's strategic priorities. **The foundation does not accept unsolicited applications** from the general public.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation funds organizations in the United States and internationally, with particular activity noted in New York, Massachusetts, and Maryland.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets & Revenue (2024)
- Total Assets: $357.7 million
- Total Revenue: $31.3 million
- Total Expenses: $20.8 million
- Annual Giving: $11.7 - $17.9 million
Financial Composition
Revenue sources are primarily investment-based:
- 68.1% from asset sales
- 30.8% from dividends
- 1.1% from interest income
Multi-Year Comparison
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $357.7M | $340.6M | $313.8M |
| Revenue | $31.3M | $20.5M | $35.9M |
| Expenses | $20.8M | $18.7M | $16.3M |
| Qualifying Distributions | $17.9M | $19.6M | $15.2M |
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $357,711,304 | $340,584,348 | $313,789,501 |
| Revenue | $31,324,298 | $20,519,211 | $35,883,266 |
| Expenses | $20,818,883 | $18,743,547 | $16,308,844 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $17,903,979 | $19,644,203 | $15,172,005 |
| Net Investment Income | $39,130,787 | $27,500,885 | $26,442,947 |
| Distributable Amount | $17,390,303 | $15,621,238 | $16,050,690 |
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
148 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARVIND KRISHNA | CHAIRMAN, DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JUSTINA NIXON-SAINTIL | DIRECTOR, PRESIDENT & VICE CHAIR | 10 | — |
| SIMON J BEAUMONT END 512024 | DIRECTOR, TREASURER | 1 | — |
| BRIEN WIERZCHOWSKI BEGIN 512024 | DIRECTOR, TREASURER | 1 | — |
| KATHLEEN MCDONALD | CONTROLLER | 1 | — |
| FRANK SEDLARCIK END 512024 | SECRETARY | 1 | — |
| JANE EDWARDS BEGIN 512024 | SECRETARY | 1 | — |
| STEPHEN LETT | ASSISTANT CONTROLLER | 1 | — |
| MARK HOBBERT | ASSISTANT TREASURER | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation has launched several significant initiatives:
**AI-Driven Solutions RFP**: Opened a global request for proposals for AI-driven solutions shaping the future of work and education
IBM Opens Global RFP for AI-Driven Solutions Shaping the Future of Work and**Climate Adaptation Commitment**: Committed up to $45 million to climate adaptation, including a new RFP for resilient cities
IBM Commits Up To $45M to Climate Adaptation, Starting With New RFP for Resilient**Environmental Pro Bono Program**: Launched a 2-year global pro bono environmental program for non-profits
IBM launches 2-year global pro bono environmental program for non-profits**Sustainability Accelerator Program**: Supports sustainability-focused organizations, with recent recognition of Egypt's Environment Borders Foundation
Contact Information
Headquarters: IBM Tax Department, North Castle Drive, Armonk, NY 10504
Phone: 914-499-4690
Website: www.ibm.com/ibm/responsibility
EIN: 13-3267906
Tax Status: 501(c)(3) organization; tax-exempt since November 1985
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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