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Also known as: co Fontanello Duffield & Otake
Jay Defeo Foundation is a private trust based in BERKELEY, CA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1998. The principal officer is % Fontanello Duffield & Otake. It holds total assets of $21.8M. Annual income is reported at $1.1M. The Foundation furthers public understanding of and education about Jay DeFeo's creative works and ideas in an art historical context by cataloging and maintaining Jay DeFeo's art; collaborating on publications and exhibitions, and encouraging and supporting conservation, research and scholarship; organizing Jay DeFeo's archive for future public research by developing an expanded database and website, and by researching for future catalogue raisonn. According to available records, Jay Defeo Foundation has made 40 grants totaling $553K, with a median grant of $5K. Annual giving has grown from $40K in 2020 to $470K in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $110K, with an average award of $14K. The foundation has supported 21 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in New York, California, Texas, which account for 90% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 5 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
The Foundation furthers public understanding of and education about Jay DeFeo's creative works and ideas in an art historical context by cataloging and maintaining Jay DeFeo's art; collaborating on publications and exhibitions, and encouraging and supporting conservation, research and scholarship; organizing Jay DeFeo's archive for future public research by developing an expanded database and website, and by researching for future catalogue raisonn.
Expenses: $511K
The Foundation furthers public understanding of and education about Jay DeFeo's creative works and ideas in an art historical context by cataloging and maintaining Jay DeFeo's art; collaborating on publications and exhibitions, and encouraging and supporting conservation, research and scholarship; organizing Jay DeFeo's archive for future public research by developing an expanded database and website, and by researching for future catalogue raisonn. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 40 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in NY, CA, TX.
Jay Defeo Foundation has distributed a total of $553K across 40 grants. The median grant size is $5K, with an average of $14K. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $110K.
Jay Defeo Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Jay Defeo Foundation is headquartered in BERKELEY, CA. While based in CA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 5 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leah Levy | Trustee/Dir. | $212K | $0 | $212K |
| Diane Frankel | Trustee | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Jane Green | Trustee | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total Giving
$861K
Total Assets
$22.5M
Fair Market Value
$22.3M
Net Worth
$22.5M
Grants Paid
$30K
Contributions
$0
Net Investment Income
$698K
Distribution Amount
$459K
Total: $807K
Total Grants
40
Total Giving
$553K
Average Grant
$14K
Median Grant
$5K
Unique Recipients
21
Most Common Grant
$5K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| PaestumGeneral Support - 2 Art Works by Jay DeFeo | New York, NY | $110K | 2022 |
| The LabGeneral Support | San Francisco, CA | $5K | 2021 |
| Museum Of Fine Arts HoustonGeneral Support - 1 Art Work by Jay DeFeo | Houston, TX | $55K | 2022 |
| SfmomaGeneral Support | San Francisco, CA | $45K | 2022 |
| Brooklyn RailGeneral Support |
CORAL GABLES, FL
NEW YORK, NY
WALLACE, NC
BRIDGTON, ME
| 2018 | 990PF | View |
| 2017 | 990PF | View |
| Brooklyn, NY |
| $5K |
| 2022 |
| Creative GrowthGeneral Support | Oakland, CA | $5K | 2022 |
| The Aspen InstituteGeneral Support | Washington, DC | $5K | 2022 |
| San Jose Museum Of ArtSupport for catalogue to accompany exhibition | San Jose, CA | $3K | 2022 |
| Noah Purifoy FoundationGeneral Support | Culver City, CA | $3K | 2022 |
| Uc Berkeley FoundationGeneral Support | Berkeley, CA | $2K | 2022 |
| King Baudouin Foundation UsGeneral Support | New York, NY | $2K | 2022 |
| Aamc FoundationGeneral Support | New York, NY | $1K | 2022 |
| Whitney Meuseum Of American ArtGeneral Support | New York, NY | $9K | 2021 |
| Mills College Art MuseumMuseum Funds Grant | Oakland, CA | $5K | 2021 |
| Stanford UniversityGeneral Support | Stanford, CA | $5K | 2021 |
| Museum Of Northern California ArtGeneral Support | Chico, CA | $4K | 2021 |
| Kala Art InstituteSupport for catalogue to accompany exhibition | Berkeley, CA | $2K | 2021 |
| Getty MuseumDonation of work of art | Los Angeles, CA | $14K | 2020 |
| United States Artists UsaArtist Relief Fund | Chicago, IL | $10K | 2020 |
| Laguna Art MuseumSupport for catalogue to accompany exhibition | Laguna Beach, CA | $6K | 2020 |
| Richmond Art CenterSupport for catalogue to accompany exhibition | Richmond, CA | $3K | 2020 |
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