The S&P Global Foundation is a private, corporate foundation established in 2012 (formerly known as the McGraw-Hill Research Foundation) and headquartered at 55 Water Street in New York, NY. The Foundation serves as the philanthropic arm of S&P Global and focuses on bridging the global skills gap, creating an inclusive economy, and promoting a sustainable environment. The Foundation also supports global disaster relief efforts with a focus on resiliency.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$194.4M
-3.3% YoY
Annual Giving
$13.0M
+47.1% YoY
Grant Count
13
+18.2% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$1000K
+24.4% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The Foundation's mission is to support the building of inclusive, resilient economies through a data-driven and inclusive approach. The Foundation focuses on two key strategic areas:
- Diversifying Technology & Data — Supporting initiatives that expand access to technology and data literacy
- Creating Environmental Resilience — Promoting sustainable practices and environmental protection
These priorities align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and leverage S&P Global's unique expertise in global markets and data analytics.
The Foundation also supports organizations, projects, and activities advancing global education and knowledge in the 21st century, with particular emphasis on:
- New methodologies to improve student and teacher performance
- The use of technology and innovation to empower lifelong learning and education for jobs
- Improving financial literacy
- Emerging societal issues and trends impacting the global community
Grantmaking
The Foundation does not accept unsolicited inquiries or proposals. All grants are by invitation only.
Grant Range
for major grants: $500,000 - $2,500,000
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Foundation has an international geographic focus, with emphasis on communities where S&P Global employees live and work. Recent grantmaking has been concentrated in New York, Texas, and Delaware, though the Foundation maintains a global perspective aligned with its mission to advance economic and social development worldwide.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2023:
- Total Assets: $200,962,134
- Total Revenue: $8,491,603
- Total Expenses: $8,953,193
- Total Liabilities: $0
- Number of Employees: 2 (as of most recent data)
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $194,352,381
- Total Giving: $12,994,998
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $194,352,381 | $200,962,134 | $201,423,724 |
| Revenue | $7,000,432 | $8,491,603 | $202,612,698 |
| Expenses | $13,746,097 | $8,953,193 | $11,465,223 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $13,061,495 | $8,863,329 | $11,336,738 |
| Net Investment Income | $6,980,671 | $8,469,391 | $2,464,813 |
| Distributable Amount | $10,062,914 | $9,803,057 | $7,983,313 |
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
97 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANNETTE O'HANLON | CHAIR | 10 | — |
| CHEN SHULIAN CHERYL CHERYL CHEN | PRESIDENT | 35 | — |
| CHRISTOPHER CRAIG | TREASURER | 1 | — |
| ELIZABETH HITHERSAY | ASSISTANT SECRETARY | 1 | — |
| PAVANI THAGIRISA | ASSISTANT SECRETARY | 1 | — |
| ALMA MONTANEZ | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| CHONGCHING ONG | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| SWAMY KOCHERLAKOTA | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| WARREN BREAKSTONE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| GRANT NICHOLSON | OUTGOING VICE PRESIDENT (1/2024) | 10 | — |
| KELLY HAMREN-ANDERSON | OUTGOING ASSIST. SECRETARY (9/2024) | 1 | — |
| AMANDA SAMUEL | OUGOING DIRECTOR (12/2024) | 1 | — |
| DIMITRA MANIS | OUGOING DIRECTOR (11/2024) | 1 | — |
| EDWARD CHIDSEY | OUGOING DIRECTOR (2/2024) | 1 | — |
| EWOUT STEENBERGEN | OUGOING DIRECTOR (2/2024) | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The Foundation launched the **StepForward Initiative** in 2025, a $10 million initiative designed to prepare global youth for AI-enabled futures. This initiative represents a significant commitment to addressing the global skills gap in emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.
S&P Global commits $10M to StepForward AI youth initiativeThe Foundation maintains active partnerships with leading organizations including **Girls Who Code** and **Conservation International** through its Signature Grant Partners Program, providing multi-year funding support through 2029.
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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