The Catalyst Foundation for Universal Education Inc
The Catalyst Foundation for Universal Education Inc is a public charity focused on International, Foreign Affairs & National Security, based in New York, NY. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2021.
The Catalyst Foundation for Universal Education Inc at a glance
- Revenue (2021)
- $13,995
- -94.9% vs 2020
- Expenses (2021)
- $3,494,647
- -24.3% vs 2020
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-EZ, 2021 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-EZ, 2021; updated September 2026.
Who The Catalyst Foundation for Universal Education Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Grant Size Distribution
7 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $100–250K range: 3 grants of 7 (43%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2020 it made 7 grants totaling $1.1M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Institute of International Education Inc New York, NY | Peer Database | $434,883 |
| Friends of Wheels New York, NY | Mentorship PRGRM | $200,000 |
| Natakallam LLC New York, NY | Technology Upgrade | $200,000 |
| NYU School of Law New York, NY | Scholarship Fund | $100,000 |
| NYU School of Law New York, NY | Research | $90,000 |
| NYU School of Law New York, NY | Hardship Assistance | $55,000 |
| Paper Airplanes Inc Lynnfield, MA | Learning Mgmt System Development | $25,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | — | $13,995 | $3,494,647 | — | — |
| 2020 | $3,753,891 | $275,000 | $4,616,647 | $1,104,883 | 7 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The Catalyst Foundation for Universal Education Inc is led by John Sexton, President & CEO on every filing since 2020; 3 of 7 officers listed in 2021 are compensated.
Officers on the 2021 filing
John Sexton
President & CEO
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$398K (2020) → $48K (2021)
Anthony Welters
Chairman
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lord Stevenson Of Balmacara
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Martin L. Edelman
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Rima Al-Mokarrab
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Catherine M. De Long
Treasurer & CFO
On filings since 2020
20 hrs/week
$80K (2020) → $140K (2021)
Emily E. Daughtry
Secretary & Senior Program Officer
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$198K (2020) → $295K (2021)
Former officers (1)
- Former: Elizabeth Cheung-Gaffney (2020) — Senior Program Officer
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2021. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2021 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2021 filing was $295K, to Emily E Daughtry (Secretary & Sr. Program Officer). 3 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The Catalyst Foundation for Universal Education Inc
What is The Catalyst Foundation for Universal Education Inc?
The Catalyst Foundation for Universal Education Inc is a public charity focused on International, Foreign Affairs & National Security, based in New York, NY.
Where does The Catalyst Foundation for Universal Education Inc operate?
The Catalyst Foundation for Universal Education Inc has awarded grants in Massachusetts, New York.
What is The Catalyst Foundation for Universal Education Inc's EIN?
The Catalyst Foundation for Universal Education Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 81-4138544. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2021.
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 2020 (received by the IRS October 25, 2021)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2021
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