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Dow Jones Foundation is a private corporation based in NEW YORK, NY. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2012. The principal officer is Howard Hoffman. It holds total assets of $199K. Annual income is reported at $1.3M. Total assets have decreased from $533K in 2009 to $199K in 2024. The foundation is governed by 8 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2024. According to available records, Dow Jones Foundation has made 60 grants totaling $2.8M, with a median grant of $23K. Individual grants have ranged from $8K to $340K, with an average award of $46K. The foundation has supported 30 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in New Jersey, District of Columbia, New York, which account for 60% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 10 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
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Dow Jones Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 60 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in NJ, DC, NY.
Dow Jones Foundation has distributed a total of $2.8M across 60 grants. The median grant size is $23K, with an average of $46K. Individual grants have ranged from $8K to $340K.
Dow Jones Foundation is a private foundation. To inquire about grants, you can look up the foundation using their EIN (271756118) on GuideStar or contact them directly. Many private foundations have specific application processes that may not be publicly listed.
Dow Jones Foundation is headquartered in NEW YORK, NY. While based in NY, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 10 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eric Mandrackie | VP, TREAS & DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Bradley Rolston | PRESIDENT & DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Christine Glancey | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Richard Levine | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Raakhee Mirchandani | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Karen Pensiero | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Keysha Mcneil | VP, SECY & DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Josh Stinchcomb | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
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Total Assets
$199K
Fair Market Value
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Net Worth
$199K
Grants Paid
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Contributions
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Net Investment Income
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Distribution Amount
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Total Grants
60
Total Giving
$2.8M
Average Grant
$46K
Median Grant
$23K
Unique Recipients
30
Most Common Grant
$15K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dow Jones News FundDEDICATED TO THE ENCOURAGEMENT AND EDUCATION OF HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGE STUDENTS INTERESTED IN CAREERS IN JOURNALISM. | Princeton, NJ | $340K | 2022 |
| A Better ChanceINCREASE THE NUMBER OF WELL-EDUCATED YOUNG PEOPLE OF COLOR. | New York, NY | $25K | 2022 |
| Online News AssociationINSPIRING INNOVATION AND EXCELLENCE AMONG DIGITAL JOURNALISTS TO BETTER SERVE THE PUBLIC. | Washington, DC | $125K | 2022 |
| Easter SealsLARGEST NONPROFIT HEALTH CARE ORGANIZATION COMMITTED TO THE COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH AND WELLNESS OF MORE THAN 1.5 MILLION PEOPLE. | Chicago, IL | $110K | 2022 |
| The News Literacy ProjectEDUCATION PROGRAM THAT TEACHES STUDENTS IN MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL HOW TO SORT FACT FROM FICTION IN THE DIGITAL AGE. | Bethesda, MD | $100K | 2022 |
| Akshaya Patra FoundationPROGRAM TO ENSURE NO CHILD IN INDIA SHALL BE DEPRIVED OF EDUCATION BECAUSE OF HUNGER. | Canoga Park, CA | $100K | 2022 |
| Rise Against HungerSUPPORTS FIGHT AGAINST HUNGER | Kearny, NJ | $75K | 2022 |
| Committee To Protect JournalistsPROMOTES PRESS FREEDOM WORLDWIDE AND DEFENDS THE RIGHTS OF JOURNALISTS TO REPORT THE NEWS SAFELY. | New York, NY | $75K | 2022 |
| Out In Tech IncUNITES THE LGBTQ TECH COMMUNITY BY CREATING OPPORTUNITIES TO ADVANCE THEIR CAREERS, GROW THEIR NETWORKS & LEVERAGE TECH FOR SOCIAL CHANGE. | New York, NY | $50K | 2022 |
| The Nature ConservancyTO EDUCATE ON CONSERVING THE LAND & WATER ON WHICH ALL LIFE DEPENDS | Arlington, VA | $50K | 2022 |
| Reporters Committee For Freedom Of The PressTO PROTECT THE RIGHT TO GATHER AND DISTRIBUTE NEWS. | Washington, DC | $50K | 2022 |
| International Center For JournalistsPROMOTE JOURNALISM STANDARDS AND PRESS FREEDOMS | Washington, DC | $25K | 2022 |
| Teach For All IncTACKLE THE COMPLEX CHALLENGES FACING CHILDREN IN DISADVANTAGED COMMUNITIES BY DEVELOPING LEADERSHIP TO IMPROVE EDUCATION AND EXPAND OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL CHILDREN. | New York, NY | $25K | 2022 |
| She'S The First IncSUPPORT SOLUTIONS THAT EDUCATE AND EMPOWER GIRLS. | New York, NY | $25K | 2022 |
| The Oliver Scholars Program IncPROVIDE HIGH ACHIEVING BLACK AND LATINO STUDENTS THE SUPPORT THEY NEED TO REALIZE THEIR FULL POTENTIAL. | New York, NY | $25K | 2022 |
| International Women'S Media FoundationPROMOTE JOURNALISM STANDARDS AND PRESS FREEDOMS | Washington, DC | $20K | 2022 |
| National Association Of Black JournalistsPROVIDE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES AND ADVOCATE ON BEHALF OF BLACK JOURNALISTS. | College Park, MD | $15K | 2022 |
| National Association Of Hispanic JournalistsPROVIDE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES AND ADVOCATE ON BEHALF OF HISPANIC JOURNALISTS | Washington, DC | $15K | 2022 |
| National Lesbian & Gay Journalists AssociationTO ADVANCE FAIR AND ACCURATE COVERAGE OF LGBTQ COMMUNITIES AND ISSUES. | Washington, DC | $15K | 2022 |
| Press ForwardTO CREATE A SAFE WORK ENVIRONMENT AND ELEVATE THE STATURE OF WOMEN IN THE WORKPLACE, WHILE PROMOTING CIVILITY, PARITY AND ADVANCEMENT OF MINORITIES AND WOMEN EQUALLY IN THE NEWSROOM. | Oakland, CA | $15K | 2022 |
| The Bright Horizons FoundationPROGRAMS FOCUSED ON BRIGHTENING THE LIVES OF CHILDREN AND YOUTH EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS AND OTHER CRISES. | Newton, MA | $15K | 2022 |
| Code SavvyPROVIDE PROGRAMS TO MAKE KIDS AND TEENS MORE CODE-SAVVY (COMPUTER) THROUGH CREATIVE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS AND SERVICES. | St Louis Park, MN | $15K | 2022 |
| 826 ValenciaPROGRAMS TO HELP CHILDREN AND YOUNG ADULTS DEVELOP WRITING SKILLS. | San Francisco, CA | $15K | 2022 |
| Native American JournalistPROVIDE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES AND ADVOCATE ON BEHALF OF NATIVE AMERICANS | Norman, OK | $10K | 2022 |
| Asian American JournalistsPROVIDE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES AND ADVOCATE ON BEHALF OF ASIAN JOURNALISTS.PROMOTE JOURNALISM STANDARDS AND PRESS FREEDOMS | Washington, DC | $10K | 2022 |
| American Friends Of MldiTO PROVIDE LEGAL SUPPORT TO INDEPENDENT MEDIA & JOURNALISTS WORLDWIDE UNDER THREAT FOR THEIR REPOTINGTO PROVIDE LEGAL SUPPORT TO INDEPENDENT MEDIA & JOURNALISTS WORLDWIDE FOR THEIR REPORTING | New York, NY | $10K | 2022 |