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Michael Gross Family Foundation is a private trust based in NEW YORK CITY, NY. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2014. The principal officer is Michael Gross. It holds total assets of $4.7M. Annual income is reported at $1.3M. Total assets have grown from $951K in 2013 to $5.2M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 1 officer or trustee. Tax records are available from 2018 to 2023. The foundation primarily funds organizations in New York, Michigan and Virginia. According to available records, Michael Gross Family Foundation has made 41 grants totaling $3.3M, with a median grant of $50K. Annual giving has grown from $853K in 2020 to $1.4M in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $3K to $500K, with an average award of $81K. The foundation has supported 16 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in New York, Michigan, Colorado, which account for 83% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 5 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Website wrong_entity. The URL https://www.michael-gross.org/ resolves to a private counseling practice in Hamburg, Germany. No approach strategy can be compiled until a valid website is found. Recommend searching ProPublica (EIN 46-7067025) or Candid for the correct web presence.
Based on IRS 990-PF data only: The Michael Gross Family Foundation (NYC, assets ~$4.7M) funds education (school assistance), medical research, and programs for underprivileged children. Grant activity details are unavailable without a valid website.
Comparable NYC family foundations in the $4-6M asset range typically award grants of $5,000-$25,000 per cycle, focusing on local education and social services. Michael Gross Family Foundation likely operates in a similar range given its asset size and stated programs.
No current grant cycle information available. Website discovery failed (wrong entity). Foundation has not been web-enriched. IRS programs suggest ongoing support for schools, medical research, and underserved youth.
To apply: (1) Locate the correct foundation website using EIN 46-7067025 on ProPublica or Candid. (2) Review their application requirements - many family foundations of this size accept unsolicited proposals by mail. (3) Address to foundation leadership in New York City. (4) Tailor proposals to their three stated program areas: K-12 education, medical research, and underprivileged children.
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No specific application information is available for this foundation. Check the 990-PF filings below for application guidelines, or visit the foundation's website if listed above.
Smallest Grant
$6K
Median Grant
$75K
Average Grant
$109K
Largest Grant
$500K
Based on 10 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
Provide assistance to schools for education
Provide assistance for medical research
Provide assistance for underprivledged children
Based on IRS 990-PF data only: The Michael Gross Family Foundation (NYC, assets ~$4.7M) funds education (school assistance), medical research, and programs for underprivileged children. Grant activity details are unavailable without a valid website.
Michael Gross Family Foundation has distributed a total of $3.3M across 41 grants. The median grant size is $50K, with an average of $81K. Individual grants have ranged from $3K to $500K.
Website wrong_entity. The URL https://www.michael-gross.org/ resolves to a private counseling practice in Hamburg, Germany. No approach strategy can be compiled until a valid website is found. Recommend searching ProPublica (EIN 46-7067025) or Candid for the correct web presence.
Michael Gross Family Foundation is headquartered in NEW YORK CITY, NY. While based in NY, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 5 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Gross | President | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$371K
Total Assets
$5.2M
Fair Market Value
$5.3M
Net Worth
$5.2M
Grants Paid
$366K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$430K
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total: $4.8M
Total Grants
41
Total Giving
$3.3M
Average Grant
$81K
Median Grant
$50K
Unique Recipients
16
Most Common Grant
$100K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kellogg Finnet IncCONTRIBUTION | New York, NY | $203K | 2022 |
| Youth Renewal FundCONTRIBUTION | Ny, NY | $118K | 2022 |
| Trinity SchoolCONTRIBUTION | Nyc, NY | $100K | 2022 |
| First DescentsCONTRIBUTION | Denver, CO | $100K | 2022 |
| Island Academy InternationalCONTRIBUTION | Antigua | $50K | 2022 |
| Icahn School Of MedicineCONTRIBUTION | Nyc, NY | $50K | 2022 |
| Cornell UniversityCONTRIBUTION | Ithica, NY | $25K | 2022 |
| Trustees Of University Of PennsylvaCONTRIBUTION | Philadelphia, PA | $25K | 2022 |
| Steer For Student AthletesCONTRIBUTION | Rye, NY | $15K | 2022 |
| Congregation EmanuelCONT RIBUTION | Nyc, NY | $3K | 2022 |
| University Of MichiganCONT RIBUTION | Ann Arbor, MI | $500K | 2021 |
| Ny RoadrunnersCONTRIBUTION | Ny, NY | $100K | 2021 |
| Charities Aid FoundationCONTRIBUTION | Alexandria, VA | $100K | 2021 |
| Mt Sinai Childrens HospitalCONTRIBUTION | Ny, NY | $50K | 2021 |
| Southampton Bath And TennisCONTRIBUTION | Aouthampton, NY | $6K | 2021 |
| Big GreenCONTRIBUTION | Boulder, CO | $100K | 2020 |