//
Work at this foundation?
Claim this profile to manage it and see interest from grant seekers.
Common Sense Educational Fund Inc. is a private corporation based in OSSINING, NY. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1984. It holds total assets of $6K. Annual income is reported at $7K. Total assets have decreased from $14K in 2010 to $6K in 2023. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. April, 1992 to present - distribution of book, "unaccountable congress: it doesn't add up", and booklets containing supporting articles, including media appearances, speeches and lectures. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2017 to 2024. The foundation primarily funds organizations in New York, District of Columbia and Illinois. According to available records, Common Sense Educational Fund Inc. has made 16 grants totaling $7K, with a median grant of $242.5. Annual giving has decreased from $4K in 2022 to $3K in 2024. Individual grants have ranged from N/A to $2K, with an average award of $460.313. The foundation has supported 13 unique organizations. Grants have been distributed to organizations in New York and District of Columbia and Illinois. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
N/A
Median Grant
$235
Average Grant
$441
Largest Grant
$2K
Based on 9 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
April, 1992 to present - distribution of book, "unaccountable congress: it doesn't add up", and booklets containing supporting articles, including media appearances, speeches and lectures.
Expenses: $2K
Activity two: june, 2002 to present - design, implementation and maintenance of t.i.g. Website (truthingovernment.org).
Expenses: $3K
2014 to present - truth in government prepared "booklets" to educate african americans, and others, on the history of segregation in the u.s. Armed forces during wwi and wwii, leading to the denial of our nation's highest military honor, the medal of honor, for black american war heroes who served in wwi and wwii.
Expenses: $6K
April, 1992 to present - distribution of book, "unaccountable congress: it doesn't add up", and booklets containing supporting articles, including media appearances, speeches and lectures. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 16 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in NY, DC, IL.
Common Sense Educational Fund Inc. has distributed a total of $7K across 16 grants. The median grant size is $242.5, with an average of $460.313. Individual grants have ranged from N/A to $2K.
Common Sense Educational Fund Inc. typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Common Sense Educational Fund Inc. is headquartered in OSSINING, NY. While based in NY, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 3 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hon Joseph J Dioguardi | PRES/TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Michael Omboni | DIRECTOR OF RESEARCH | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Shirley A Cloyes | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$13K
Total Assets
$6K
Fair Market Value
$6K
Net Worth
N/A
Grants Paid
$3K
Contributions
$13K
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
16
Total Giving
$7K
Average Grant
$460.313
Median Grant
$242.5
Unique Recipients
13
of 2024 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westchester Publicprivate Partnership For Aging ServicesGENERAL | Mt Vernon, NY | $2K | 2024 |
| Taxpayers For Common SenseGENERAL | Washington, DC | $500 | 2024 |
| The New York State Society Of CpasGENERAL | New York, NY | N/A | 2024 |
| Black Diamonds Academic SuccessGENERAL | Peekskill, NY | $200 | 2023 |
| Columbus Citizens FoundationGENERAL | New York, NY | $2K | 2022 |
| UsafmcGENERAL | Washington, DC | $800 | 2022 |
| Italic Institute Of AmericaGENERAL | Floral Park, NY | $320 | 2022 |
| Genesis At The CrossroadsGENERAL | Chicago, IL | $250 | 2022 |
| St Patricks ChurchGENERAL | Yorktown Heights, NY | $235 | 2022 |
| Cato InstituteGENERAL | Washington, DC | $100 | 2022 |
| Our Lady Of Mt CarmelGENERAL | Elmsford, NY | $100 | 2022 |
| NiafGENERAL | Washington, DC | $100 | 2022 |
| Meucci Lodge OsiaGENERAL | White Plains, NY | N/A | 2022 |