John & Amy Griffin Foundation
The John & Amy Griffin Foundation Inc. is a private family foundation established in 2001 and based in Pearl River, New York. The foundation was created by John A. Griffin and his wife Amy Mitchell Griffin. As a 501(c)(3) organization, the foundation has been tax-exempt since April 2003 and operates as a grantmaking foundation supporting charitable causes selected by the Griffins.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$22.7M
-20.6% YoY
Annual Giving
$8.2M
+167.5% YoY
Grant Count
46
+39.4% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$178K
+91.9% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, John & Amy Griffin Foundation reported a distributable amount of $1.2M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's charitable activities focus on education, human services, and philanthropy. The foundation prioritizes education reform and poverty alleviation, with particular emphasis on causes in New York City. The foundation's giving reflects John Griffin's philanthropic philosophy rooted in measurable impact and his involvement with organizations focused on education and community development.
Grantmaking
The foundation distributes grants to preselected charitable organizations. Based on recent filings:
Grant Range
** Typical awards range from $2,500 to $3,825,000
Average Grant
amount:** Approximately $92,000 (based on 2023 data)
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily funds organizations in New York, with particular emphasis on New York City. Secondary geographic focus areas include Virginia and the District of Columbia.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $22,722,403
- Revenue: $7,300,000
- Expenses: $8,230,000
- Total Liabilities: $0
As of 2023:
- Total Assets: Approximately $29,000,000
- Total Distributions: $8,200,000
- Contributions: $4,900,000
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $22,722,403 | $28,630,400 | $14,358,616 |
| Revenue | $7,297,114 | $25,920,875 | $3,480,299 |
| Expenses | $8,225,990 | $3,194,368 | $2,564,929 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $8,185,990 | $3,074,368 | $2,531,930 |
| Net Investment Income | $2,432,072 | $8,909,063 | $2,223,901 |
| Distributable Amount | $1,237,709 | $724,524 | $735,412 |
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
187 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Imentor ($3,825,000), The Metropolitan Museum of Art ($1,300,000), Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai ($525,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 19TH NEWS AUSTIN, TX | GENERAL SUPPORT | $5,000 |
| AMALGAMATED FOUNDATION WASHINGTON, DC | GENERAL SUPPORT | $50,000 |
| BROOKLYN ELITE VOLLEYBALL BROOKLYN, NY | GENERAL SUPPORT | $20,000 |
| CAV FUTURE FOUNDAITON CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA | GENERAL SUPPORT | $100,000 |
| CENTRAL PARK CONSERVANCY NEW YORK, NY | GENERAL SUPPORT | $25,000 |
| LINDSEY VONN FOUNDATION Miami, FL | GENERAL SUPPORT | $10,000 |
| ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY FOUNDATION LOS ANGELES, CA | KEVIN LOVE FUND | $10,000 |
| EVERGLADES FOUNDATION PALMETTO BAY, FL | GENERAL SUPPORT | $10,000 |
| FOOD EDUCATION FUND NEW YORK, NY | GENERAL SUPPORT | $10,000 |
| GOOD PLUS FOUNDATION NEW YORK, NY | GENERAL SUPPORT | $10,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- John A. Griffin — Director, President
- Amy M. Griffin — Director
- Homer J. Smith Jr. — Treasurer & Secretary
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JOHN A GRIFFIN | DIRECTOR, PRESIDENT | 5 | — |
| AMY M GRIFFIN | DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| HOMER J SMITH JR | TREASURER & SECRETARY | 5 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation has been active in supporting maternal health care delivery models and community support initiatives. Recent grant activity demonstrates continued commitment to education and healthcare-related charitable work.
Grant will support maternal health care delivery model | CT Health FoundationSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does John & Amy Griffin Foundation fund?
The foundation's charitable activities focus on education, human services, and philanthropy. The foundation prioritizes education reform and poverty alleviation, with particular emphasis on causes in New York City. The foundation's giving reflects John Griffin's philanthropic philosophy rooted in measurable impact and his involvement with organizations focused on education and community development.
How do I apply for a grant from John & Amy Griffin Foundation?
The foundation distributes grants to preselected charitable organizations. Based on recent filings: • **Total giving (2024):** $8,170,000 • **Total giving (2023):** $3,054,703 • **Grant range:** Typical awards range from $2,500 to $3,825,000 • **Average grant amount:** Approximately $92,000 (based on 2023 data) • **Median grant amount:** $25,000 • **Number of grants (2023):** 33 organizations funded • **Number of grants (2024):** 46 grants The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. F…
Where does John & Amy Griffin Foundation make grants?
The foundation primarily funds organizations in New York, with particular emphasis on New York City. Secondary geographic focus areas include Virginia and the District of Columbia.
What size grants does John & Amy Griffin Foundation award?
In 2024, John & Amy Griffin Foundation awarded 46 grants totaling $8.2M — an average of about $178K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is John & Amy Griffin Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, John & Amy Griffin Foundation reported a distributable amount of $1.2M on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is John & Amy Griffin Foundation's EIN?
John & Amy Griffin Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 02-0562020. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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