Tompkins Charitable Gift Fund Inc
Tompkins Charitable Gift Fund Inc is a public charity and donor-advised fund (DAF) based in Ithaca, New York. Established in 1999, the organization provides a tax-efficient charitable giving vehicle that combines immediate tax benefits with flexible grant distribution. The fund operates as a community trust structure, enabling donors to support their favorite causes while managing contributions and bequests on their own timeline.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$12.4M
-4.1% YoY
Annual Giving
$2.3M
Grant Count
46
Avg Grant Size
$50K
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: To receive and distribute contributions and bequests through the structure of a community trust.
The organization focuses on providing grants and contributions to charities located throughout the United States. The fund emphasizes making philanthropy accessible, convenient, and cost-effective for donors while supporting nonprofit organizations across the country.
Grantmaking
Tompkins Charitable Gift Fund operates through two primary mechanisms:
How to Apply
** The organization accepts grant applications from 501(c)(3) and eligible public charities in New York and Pennsylvania. Applications are submitted through their website portal.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The fund supports nonprofits located throughout the United States, with particular emphasis on organizations in New York and Pennsylvania.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
2024 Financial Summary:
- Total Revenue: $3,546,698
- Total Expenses: $2,800,136
- Total Assets: $12,388,801
- Total Liabilities: $381,000
Tax Status: 501(c)(3) public charity; tax-exempt since February 2001
EIN: 16-1575921
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $12,388,801 | $12,923,827 | $12,874,086 |
| Revenue | $3,546,698 | $2,083,328 | $1,525,180 |
| Expenses | $2,800,136 | $3,410,212 | $3,665,583 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $2,203,392 | $74,128 | $577,068 |
| 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
186 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| KELLY COBB | BOARD MEMBER/PRESIDENT | 0.25 | — |
| JAMES BROWN | BOARD MEMBER/VICE PRESIDENT | 0.25 | — |
| BRIANNE REHAC | BOARD MEMBER | 0.25 | — |
| ANAHAITA KOTVAL | BOARD MEMBER | 0.25 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
As of 2022, Tompkins Charitable Gift Fund had distributed over $1.2 million to deserving organizations and worthy causes since its inception. The organization continues to accept grant applications annually from nonprofits seeking financial support.
Central New York Nonprofits Invited to Apply for 2022 Grants Through TompkinsThe fund maintains a four-star rating based on accountability and financial metrics, reflecting strong organizational performance and financial management.
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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