The Cantor Fitzgerald Relief Fund
The Cantor Fitzgerald Relief Fund is a 501(c)(3) public charity established on September 14, 2001, in response to the September 11th attacks on the World Trade Center. Headquartered at 110 E 59th Street in New York City, the organization provides direct financial assistance to victims of terrorism, natural disasters, emergencies, and other crises. The Relief Fund operates with a commitment that 100% of every dollar raised goes directly to those in need.
Financial Overview
From 2023 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$23.3M
-1.3% YoY
Annual Giving
$8.4M
+79.3% YoY
Grant Count
103
-20.2% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$82K
+124.6% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization's stated mission is to provide aid to victims of natural or civil disasters or emergency hardships and support the efforts of relief workers and relief organizations that provide aid to such victims. The Relief Fund's work encompasses:
- Direct financial assistance to families and individuals impacted by acts of terrorism, natural disasters, and emergencies
- Support for wounded members of the military
- Assistance to direct service and other charities
- Disaster relief efforts in collaboration with local public schools and government agencies
- Family relief programs targeting economically disadvantaged areas
Grantmaking
The Relief Fund distributes grants to organizations working on the ground in affected areas. Recent grant recipients and amounts include:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Relief Fund works globally with charities and has documented relief efforts in multiple locations including Puerto Rico, Houston (Hurricane Harvey), Moore Oklahoma (tornado relief), and areas affected by Superstorm Sandy. The organization also works with school districts in economically disadvantaged areas across the United States.
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
2023 Financial Data:
- Total Revenue: $8,678,581
- Total Expenses: $9,047,727
- Total Assets: $23,303,518
- Total Liabilities: $961,000
Historical Context: Following the September 11th attacks, Cantor Fitzgerald's former Chairman & CEO Howard W. Lutnick pledged 25% of the company's profits over five years, in addition to providing 10 years of healthcare coverage for surviving family members. This commitment totaled $180 million in support of the families affected by the attacks.
The organization maintains a three-star rating with an 85% overall score based on accountability and finance metrics.
| Metric | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $23,303,518 | $23,608,064 | $15,461,041 |
| Revenue | $8,678,581 | $13,206,498 | $7,931,714 |
| Expenses | $9,047,727 | $5,175,427 | $5,133,775 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $149 | $113 | $84 |
| 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 2023
Grant Size Distribution
100 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Edie Lutnick serves as President and Co-Founder of The Cantor Fitzgerald Relief Fund. The organization was founded by Howard Lutnick and his sister Edie Lutnick.
Danny Salinas is listed as Principal Officer.
Compensation Overview
From 2023 IRS filing
From 2023 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| HOWARD LUTNICK | DIRECTOR | — | — |
| STUART FRASER | DIRECTOR & VICE PRESIDENT | — | — |
| EDITH LUTNICK | DIRECTOR & PRESIDENT | — | — |
| DANNY SALINAS | TREASURER & ASST SECRETARY | — | — |
| CAROLINE KOSTER | SECRETARY & COUNSEL | — | — |
| ALLISON LUTNICK | DIRECTOR RELIEF OPERATIONS | — | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The Relief Fund continues to expand its support beyond disaster relief. Recent company updates indicate partnerships with organizations including Tackle Kids Cancer and Blood Cancer United, whose work contributes to care, hope, and progress for individuals affected by cancer. The organization also honors significant historical moments, such as commemorating the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
The Relief Fund operates an Employee Charitable Match Program through which employees can contribute donations that are matched dollar-for-dollar by the organization, up to a maximum of $5,000 per employee. This program extends across multiple affiliated companies including Cantor Fitzgerald, BGC Group, Newmark Group, GFI Group, Fenics, and FMX.
Cantor Fitzgerald\u2019s Sept. 11 Relief Grant Deemed Taxable IncomeSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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