Panorama Global
Panorama Global is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Founded in 2017, the organization operates as a platform for social change dedicated to solving global problems through collaborative approaches and bold action. Panorama functions as both a grantmaker and fiscal sponsor, bringing together diverse perspectives and resources to address pressing social challenges.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$67.5M
+33.3% YoY
Annual Giving
$19.5M
+74.8% YoY
Grant Count
109
+0.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$179K
+74.8% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: Panorama is a platform for social change dedicated to solving global problems through audacious thinking and bold action. The organization brings together diverse perspectives to spark new ideas that create change, partners with ambitious leaders to strengthen their organizations and achieve their goals, and initiates projects when gaps need to be filled.
Primary Focus Areas:
- International Development and Relief Services
- Fiscal sponsorship for social impact initiatives
- Gender parity in U.S. politics
- Type 1 diabetes access and community support in low- and middle-income countries
- Adolescent men initiatives
Grantmaking
Panorama Global operates multiple funding mechanisms:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Panorama Global operates internationally, with presence in at least six countries including Rwanda, Ireland, Germany, Nigeria, and Ethiopia. The organization also maintains significant focus on U.S.-based initiatives, particularly regarding gender parity in politics.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Most Recent Data (2023):
- Total Revenue: $45,933,475
- Total Expenses: $46,095,991
- Total Assets: $50,646,704
- Total Liabilities: $4,600,000
Staffing: 133 employees (as of 2023)
Rating: Four-Star rating from independent evaluators with a 99% overall score, based on Accountability & Finance metrics.
Tax Status: Tax-exempt since February 2017; EIN: 81-4204119
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $67,530,337 | $50,646,704 | $50,261,442 |
| Revenue | $63,496,064 | $45,933,475 | $42,313,927 |
| Expenses | $55,543,448 | $46,095,991 | $37,161,218 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $1,616,844 | $1,432,508 | $72,378 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
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
208 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Panorama Global
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Noisy Creek (fund for Alternative Journalism) ($2,665,356), Next Street Financial ($1,092,218), Columbia University (irving Medical Center) ($759,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1000 WOMEN STRONG EDUCATION FUND INC TALLAHASSEE, FL | PROJECT FUND | $75,000 |
| A LONG WALK HOME CHICAGO, IL | PROJECT FUND | $15,000 |
| ALLIED ARTS FOUNDATION (RUNA EMPOWERMENT) SEATTLE, WA | PROJECT FUND | $25,000 |
| AMERICAN FEDERATION OF ARTS NEW YORK, NY | PROJECT FUND | $12,500 |
| CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT DOCUMENTARY INC (MAKE A CIRCLE & STILL WORKING 9 TO NEWTON, MA | PROJECT FUND | $62,500 |
| CHILDREN'S HOME SOCIETY OF NEW JERSEY TRENTON, NJ | PROJECT FUND | $500,000 |
| CONNECTED WOMEN LEADERS PERRY, GA | PROJECT FUND | $90,747 |
| DIA ART FOUNDATION NEW YORK, NY | PROJECT FUND | $77,500 |
| EQUALITY MICHIGAN KALAMAZOO, MI | PROJECT FUND | $12,500 |
| GLPA-LEAD EDUCATION FUND NOVI, MI | PROJECT FUND | $50,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Gabrielle Fitzgerald - Chief Executive Officer and Founder (founded organization in 2017)
Key Executives:
- Jennifer N Cho - Vice President, Social Impact
- David E Friedman - Vice President, Finance
- Amber Wilke Fournier - Chief Operating Officer
- Riley Glandon-shetty - Director, Social Impact
- Leilani Talty - Director, Finance
Board Members:
- Lisa Witter
- Isabelle Kamariza
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| GABRIELLE FITZGERALD | PRESIDENT AND CEO | 40 | $308,484 |
| DR MAIRO MANDARA | DIRECTOR | 0.3 | — |
| GERARD TEOH | DIRECTOR | 0.3 | — |
| ISABELLE KAMARIZA | DIRECTOR | 0.3 | — |
| NED HARVEY | DIRECTOR | 0.3 | — |
| DAVID KYNE | DIRECTOR | 0.3 | — |
| SHERWIN CHARLES | DIRECTOR | 0.3 | — |
| LISA WITTER | DIRECTOR | 0.3 | — |
| SAYU BHOJWANI | DIRECTOR (THRU 02/2024) | 0.3 | — |
| DAVID FRIEDMAN | BOARD TREASURER AND VP, FINANCE & OPERATIONS | 40 | $177,677 |
| LINLEY KIRKWOOD | BOARD SECRETARY AND DIRECTOR, GCC | 40 | $137,315 |
| STEVEN BERTHEL | SPONSORED PROJECT LEAD | 40 | $266,431 |
| ELAINE GIBBONS | CHIEF IMPACT OFFICER | 40 | $248,868 |
| LYRIC THOMPSON | SPONSORED PROJECT LEAD | 40 | $205,892 |
| DARA MENASHI | SPONSORED PROJECT LEAD | 40 | $254,362 |
| HANIFA NAYO WASHINGTON | SPONSORED PROJECT LEAD | 40 | $231,918 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
Panorama Global has released annual analyses of philanthropic giving patterns, including a fifth annual analysis of MacKenzie Scott's giving and analysis of December 2025 philanthropic trends.
Panorama Global Fifth Annual Analysis of MacKenzie Scott's GivingThe T1D Community Fund has expanded its commitment, announcing a $1.3 million investment across 22 countries to deepen support for community-based organizations working with type 1 diabetes populations.
The T1D Community Fund Deepens Support for Community-Based OrganizationsSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Panorama Global fund?
**Mission:** Panorama is a platform for social change dedicated to solving global problems through audacious thinking and bold action. The organization brings together diverse perspectives to spark new ideas that create change, partners with ambitious leaders to strengthen their organizations and achieve their goals, and initiates projects when gaps need to be filled. **Primary Focus Areas:** • International Development and Relief Services • Fiscal sponsorship for social impact initiatives • Ge…
How do I apply for a grant from Panorama Global?
Panorama Global operates multiple funding mechanisms: **Fiscal Sponsorship:** Panorama Global provides fiscal sponsorship to social impact initiatives aligned with its charitable mission, offering essential organizational infrastructure to incubate projects. **Collaborative Funds:** • **The Ascend Fund:** A collaborative fund dedicated to accelerating gender parity in U.S. politics, pooling philanthropic capital for mission-driven investments in nonpartisan, nonprofit organizations that break d…
Where does Panorama Global make grants?
Panorama Global operates internationally, with presence in at least six countries including Rwanda, Ireland, Germany, Nigeria, and Ethiopia. The organization also maintains significant focus on U.S.-based initiatives, particularly regarding gender parity in politics.
What size grants does Panorama Global award?
In 2024, Panorama Global awarded 109 grants totaling $19.5M — an average of about $179K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Panorama Global's EIN?
Panorama Global's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 81-4204119. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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