Michael & Annie Falk Foundation

Foundation · Grantmaker PALM BEACH, FL EIN: 13-3949135 Website

The Michael & Annie Falk Foundation is a private family foundation established in 1997 and based in Palm Beach, Florida. It operates as a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to philanthropic work across multiple sectors including child advocacy, environmental conservation, animal protection, and education.

Financial Overview

From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing

Total Assets

$12.3M

+5.2% YoY

Annual Giving

$413K

-26.8% YoY

Grant Count

+31.3% YoY

Avg Grant Size

$10K

-44.3% YoY

Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Michael & Annie Falk Foundation reported a distributable amount of $600K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.

Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated April 2026.

Mission & Focus Areas

Founded to solidify a strong multi-generational commitment to community service and philanthropy, the foundation is dedicated to:

Child Advocacy: Improving the lives of children through prevention, intervention, and treatment of child abuse and neglect
Environment & Animal Conservation: Preserving and protecting natural resources, protecting animals and their habitats, and supporting nonprofit organizations responding to environmental emergencies that adversely affect families
Education: Empowering students to create stronger communities and supporting educational initiatives
The Lila Earth Project: A newer initiative supporting organizations at the intersection of ecological regeneration, soul-centered healing, and spiritual growth

Grantmaking

The foundation appears open to new applicants.

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Geographic Focus

Where this funder awards grants

The foundation supports nonprofit organizations in:

South Florida
New York City and the South Fork of Long Island, New York
Durham, North Carolina
Additional support provided in areas where environmental emergencies adversely affect families

The foundation has a broad geographic reach across numerous U.S. cities including major urban centers and smaller communities.

Grant Distribution by State

Florida $1.0M (49%)

North Carolina $600K (28%)

New York $239K (11%)

California $143K (7%)

Maryland $53K (2%)

Massachusetts $24K (1%)

Virginia $15K (1%)

Vermont $15K (1%)

+9 more states

States

Arizona California Colorado District of Columbia Florida Georgia Massachusetts Maryland North Carolina New Jersey New York Pr Texas Virginia Vermont Washington

Cities

AlexandriaAnnapolisAtlantaAustinBaltimoreBoca RatonBostonBronxBrooklynBurlingtonCambridgeCulebraDeerfield BeachDurangoDurhamEast HamptonFlushingFort LauderdaleFranklin SquareGrass Valley

Financial History

Multi-year comparison from IRS filings

As of 2024:

Total Assets: $12.3 million
Total Revenue: $476,627
Total Expenses: $519,000
Total Liabilities: $0

As of 2023:

Total Assets: $11.7 million
Total Revenue: $513,146
Total Expenses: $641,414

The foundation operates with minimal administrative costs relative to its assets and revenue.

Revenue

Expenses

Qualifying Distributions

Net Investment Income

Metric	2024	2023	2022
Total Assets	$12,309,102	$11,703,999	$10,736,116
Revenue	$476,627	$513,146	$5,676,912
Expenses	$518,597	$641,414	$536,576
Qualifying Distributions	$448,403	$586,120	$474,182
Net Investment Income	$406,432	$457,850	$2,353,979
Distributable Amount	$600,146	$556,313	$470,434

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

170 grants across all recorded years

Giving History

Grant recipients and amounts by year

Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Palm Bch Police and Firefighter Fnd ($85,000), Ellis Island Honors Society ($50,000), The Ecology Center ($42,550).

Recipient	Purpose	Amount
Amazon Watch Oakland, CA	General support	$3,000
American Heart Assn West Palm Beach, FL	General support	$38,375
Animal Valley Institute Durango, CO	General support	$1,000
ARF Hamptons East Hampton, NY	General support	$25,500
Cleveland Clinic Fort Lauderdale, FL	General support	$25,000
Crossroads Gospel Association Miami, FL	General support	$6,000
Dalai Lama Center for Ethics Cambridge, MA	General support	$1,000
Dharma Gates Brooklyn, NY	General support	$1,000
Dharma Treasure Pearce, AZ	General support	$1,000
Ellis Island Honors Society Franklin Square, NY	General support	$50,000

Leadership & Key People

Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings

Officers:

Michael Falk (Officer, 1 hour/week, $0 compensation)
Annie Falk (Officer, 10 hours/week, $0 compensation)
Mikaela Falk (Officer, 1 hour/week, $0 compensation)
Gianna Falk (Officer, 1 hour/week, $0 compensation)

Compensation Overview

From 2024 IRS filing

From 2024 filing

Name	Title	Hours	Compensation
Michael Falk	Officer	1	—
Annie Falk	Officer	10	—
Mikaela Falk	Officer	1	—
Gianna Falk	Officer	1	—

Contact Information

Website: www.anniefalk.comourfoundation
Phone: 561-727-2090
Address: PO Box 2616, Palm Beach, FL 33480-2616
EIN: 13-3949135
Tax-exempt since: May 1997

Subject Areas

Focus areas based on grantmaking activity

Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Michael & Annie Falk Foundation fund?

Founded to solidify a strong multi-generational commitment to community service and philanthropy, the foundation is dedicated to: • **Child Advocacy**: Improving the lives of children through prevention, intervention, and treatment of child abuse and neglect • **Environment & Animal Conservation**: Preserving and protecting natural resources, protecting animals and their habitats, and supporting nonprofit organizations responding to environmental emergencies that adversely affect families • **E…

How do I apply for a grant from Michael & Annie Falk Foundation?

**Grant Activity:** • Made 42 grants in the most recent tax year • Grant median: $2,000 • Grant maximum: $85,000 • Total distributions: $448,000 (2024) **Recent Grants (2023):** • Duke University: $150,000 (General Support) • Adopt-A-Family of the Palm Beaches: $5,000 (General Support) • Amazon Watch: $4,000 (General Support) The foundation appears open to new applicants.

Where does Michael & Annie Falk Foundation make grants?

The foundation supports nonprofit organizations in: • South Florida • New York City and the South Fork of Long Island, New York • Durham, North Carolina • Additional support provided in areas where environmental emergencies adversely affect families The foundation has a broad geographic reach across numerous U.S. cities including major urban centers and smaller communities.

What size grants does Michael & Annie Falk Foundation award?

In 2024, Michael & Annie Falk Foundation awarded 42 grants totaling $413K — an average of about $10K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.

How much is Michael & Annie Falk Foundation required to give away each year?

Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Michael & Annie Falk Foundation reported a distributable amount of $600K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.

What is Michael & Annie Falk Foundation's EIN?

Michael & Annie Falk Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 13-3949135. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.