Quadrivium is a private foundation based in New York City that invests in evidence-based solutions to urgent societal challenges. The organization was established in 2014 and holds 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status. The foundation operates with a strategic approach focused on identifying initiatives that address root causes of problems and create multiple positive outcomes.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$20.8M
-22.1% YoY
Grant Count
22
+0.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$947K
-22.1% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Quadrivium invests in evidence-based solutions where decisions made today have major repercussions for future ways of life. The foundation prioritizes initiatives with lasting impact potential and seeks opportunities where its investment or leadership will make a real difference.
The foundation currently maintains five main focus areas, with many topics being interrelated:
Democracy, Technology and Society — Working to restore the health of U.S. democracy at a time of increasing polarization and dysfunction. Areas of engagement include structural reforms, increasing voter participation, and aligning incentives for leadership. The foundation supports efforts to advance Ranked Choice Voting and Open Primaries.
Scientific Understanding
Climate Change and Ocean Health
Notable grantees in the democracy space include Unite America Institute, Democracy Works, and When We All Vote.
Grantmaking
Quadrivium made 26 grants in 2023. Recent major grants include:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of December 31, 2023:
- Total Assets: $12,767,172
- Total Revenues: $3,889,681
- Total Expenses: $27,223,440
- Total Liabilities: $0
- Number of Employees: 0
Revenue Composition (2023):
- Investment income and dividends: $425,076
- Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets: $3,435,491
Year-over-Year Changes (2023 vs. 2022):
- Investment income declined 50.6%
- Net gains from asset sales increased 196%
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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
102 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Environmental Defense Fund ($4,750,000), Potential Energy Coalition ($3,000,000), The Associated Press ($2,000,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF SCIENC WASHINGTON, DC | GENERAL | $1,638,604 |
| AMERICA IN ONE ROOM THE YOUTH VOTE LOS ANGELES, CA | GENERAL | $100,000 |
| ANTI DEFAMATION LEAGUE NEW YORK, NY | GENERAL | $1,500,000 |
| CLIMATE CENTRAL INC PRINCETON, NJ | GENERAL | $1,000,000 |
| CLIMATE LEADERSHIP COUNCIL WASHINGTON, DC | GENERAL | $1,000,000 |
| CORTICO CORPORATION BOSTON, MA | GENERAL | $250,000 |
| DEMOCRACY FUNDERS NETWORK WASHINGTON, DC | GENERAL | $10,000 |
| DEMOCRACY WORKS INC BROOKLYN, NY | GENERAL | $250,000 |
| ENVIRONMENTAL DEFENSE FUND NEW YORK, NY | GENERAL | $4,750,000 |
| HEALTHY DEMOCRACY FUND PORTLAND, OR | GENERAL | $80,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
James Murdoch is identified as a supporter of the foundation.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JAMES R MURDOCH | CO-PRESIDENT | — | — |
| KATHRYN MURDOCH | CO-PRESIDENT | — | — |
| JESSE ANGELO | SECRETARY/TREASURER | — | — |
Contact Information
- Website: www.qdvm.org/#quadrivium
- Address: Hmt Mintz Gold Llp, 600 Third Ave, New York City, NY 10016
- Phone: 212-597-9145
- EIN: 46-1535719
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Quadrivium fund?
Quadrivium invests in evidence-based solutions where decisions made today have major repercussions for future ways of life. The foundation prioritizes initiatives with lasting impact potential and seeks opportunities where its investment or leadership will make a real difference. The foundation currently maintains five main focus areas, with many topics being interrelated: • **Democracy, Technology and Society** — Working to restore the health of U.S. democracy at a time of increasing polarizat…
How do I apply for a grant from Quadrivium?
Quadrivium made 26 grants in 2023. Recent major grants include: • Environmental Defense Fund: $7,500,000 (2023) • Potential Energy Coalition: $3,000,000 (2023) • American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS): $2,100,000 (2023) • American Journalism Project: $5,000,000 (renewal grant) The foundation also provided strategic investment in Unite America Institute to build capacity and strengthen coordination within the democracy reform movement.
What size grants does Quadrivium award?
In 2024, Quadrivium awarded 22 grants totaling $20.8M — an average of about $947K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Quadrivium's EIN?
Quadrivium's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 46-1535719. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2018–2024.
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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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