Open New York Inc
Open New York is a grassroots non-profit working to solve New York's housing crisis. We advocate for policy changes across the state that will allow for more housing options in every neighborhood. Open New York believes in homes for all and homes of all types - from social and government-subsidized housing to market-rate options. Our vision is a state where housing laws and policies support inclusive, stable communities, not exclusive neighborhoods and unaffordable living. Through advocacy and organizing, Open New York is committed to a better New York that is affordable and accessible to all.
Open New York Inc at a glance
In short: Open New York Inc gave $255K across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $255K), mostly in New York. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $255,000
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- Average grant
- $255,000
- Median grant
- $255,000
- Total assets
- $3,025,998
- +32.7% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- New York (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who Open New York Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Abundant New York ($255K).
Grant Size Distribution
1 grant across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $250–500K range: 1 grant of 1 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2024 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2024 it made 1 grant totaling $255K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Abundant New York New York, NY | To Support Pro-Housing Candidates | $255,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,025,998 | $2,165,971 | $1,324,447 | $255,000 | 1 | $795 |
| 2023 | $2,279,587 | $2,082,222 | $1,057,922 | — | — | $262 |
| 2022 | $1,042,519 | $622,319 | $643,952 | — | — | — |
| 2021 | $1,081,995 | $1,022,638 | $158,889 | — | — | — |
| 2020 | $188,018 | $190,544 | $2,526 | — | — | — |
About Open New York Inc
Based on IRS filings
Open New York Inc is a public charity focused on Housing & Shelter, based in New York, NY. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $3.0M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 1 grant totaling $255K. Net investment income was $795.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Open New York Inc is led by Annemarie Gray, Executive Director on every filing since 2022; 5 of 9 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Annemarie Gray
Executive Director
On filings since 2022
19 hrs/week
$40K (2022) → $201K (2024)
Michelle Kuppersmith
President
Treasurer → President & Treasurer, 2022
President & Treasurer → President, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Andrew Fine
Chief of Staff & Policy Director
New on the 2024 filing
23 hrs/week
$139K (2024)
Asia Thomas
Director of Organizing
New on the 2024 filing
16 hrs/week
$124K (2024)
Logan Phares
Political Director
New on the 2024 filing
30 hrs/week
$131K (2024)
Nick Berkowitz
Communications Director
New on the 2024 filing
33 hrs/week
$128K (2024)
Ben Furnas
Board Member
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Sachi Takahashi-Rial
Board Member
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Liz Denys
Treasurer
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (8)
- Former: Jessica Lang (2022–2023) — Secretary
- Former: Elena Sytcheva (2020–2022) — Board Member
- Former: William Thomas (2021–2022) — Executive Director
- Former: Amelia Josephson (2020–2021) — President
- Former: Casey Berkovitz (2020–2021) — Board Member
- Former: Kyle Dontoh (2020–2021) — Secretary
- Former: Leila Bozorg (2020–2021) — Board Member
- Former: John Sanchez (2021) — Board Member
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $201K, to Annemarie Gray (Executive Director). 5 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Open New York Inc
How much does Open New York Inc give each year?
Open New York Inc gave $255K across 1 grant in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990.
How large is Open New York Inc?
Open New York Inc reported $3.0M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $2.2M.
What is Open New York Inc?
Open New York Inc is a public charity focused on Housing & Shelter, based in New York, NY. It holds $3.0M in total assets as of 2024.
Where does Open New York Inc operate?
Open New York Inc has awarded grants in New York.
What is Open New York Inc's EIN?
Open New York Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 84-3756425. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS December 18, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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