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Taft Foundation is a private corporation based in FORT LAUDERDALE, FL. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2004. The principal officer is % Rupp Associates. It holds total assets of $240M. Annual income is reported at $63.7M. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to available records, Taft Foundation has made 590 grants totaling $66.9M, with a median grant of $75K. Annual giving has decreased from $21.6M in 2020 to $11.4M in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $23.3M distributed across 186 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $33 to $842K, with an average award of $113K. The foundation has supported 180 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in New York, Florida, District of Columbia, which account for 91% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 14 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Taft Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 590 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in NY, FL, DC.
Taft Foundation has distributed a total of $66.9M across 590 grants. The median grant size is $75K, with an average of $113K. Individual grants have ranged from $33 to $842K.
Taft Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Taft Foundation is headquartered in FORT LAUDERDALE, FL. While based in FL, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 14 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nina Bershadker | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | $255K | $12K | $267K |
| Howard Rothman | PRESIDENT, BOARD CHAIR, DIR. | $90K | $3K | $93K |
| William Rupp | VICE PRESIDENT, TREASURER, DIR. | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Phoebe Boyer | VICE PRESIDENT, SECRETARY, DIR. | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Joan Rothman | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total Giving
$13.3M
Total Assets
$220.9M
Fair Market Value
$220.9M
Net Worth
$220.9M
Grants Paid
$11.4M
Contributions
$0
Net Investment Income
$9.1M
Distribution Amount
$10.2M
Total: $65.8M
Total Grants
590
Total Giving
$66.9M
Average Grant
$113K
Median Grant
$75K
Unique Recipients
180
Most Common Grant
$5K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Children'S AidGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | New York, NY | $600K | 2023 |
| The Center For DiscoveryHEALING ARTS PROGRAM | Harris, NY | $600K | 2023 |
| The Arc WestchesterTRANSITION ACADEMY AND CAPACITY BUILDING | Hawthorne, NY | $468K | 2023 |
| Nsu Law CenterDISABILITY & ADVOCACY LAW (DIAL) CLINIC | Ft Lauderdale, FL | $464K | 2023 |
| Arc Broward IncTRANSITION AND EMPLOYMENT PROGRAMS, INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVMENTS AND STAFF RETENTION EFFORTS |
Other foundations that have funded Taft Foundation.
| Funder | Amount | Year | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenneth D Bane Foundation Inc. | — | 2023 | GENERAL UNRESTRICTED |
| Kenneth D Bane Foundation Inc. | — | 2022 | GENERAL UNRESTRICTED |
| Kenneth D Bane Foundation Inc. | — | 2022 | GENERAL UNRESTRICTED |
| Kenneth D Bane Foundation Inc. | — | 2021 | GENERAL UNRESTRICTED |
WEST PALM BCH, FL
WEST PALM BCH, FL
POMPANO BEACH, FL
| Sunrise, FL |
| $450K |
| 2023 |
| Brooklyn Law SchoolDISABILITY AND CIVIL RIGHTS CLINIC | Brooklyn, NY | $402K | 2023 |
| Els For Autism FoundationADULT SERVICES | Jupiter, FL | $385K | 2023 |
| Healthy Humor IncRED NOSE DOCS IN HARLEM, JACOBI, AND BRONXCARE HOSPITALS | New York, NY | $350K | 2023 |
| Cooke School And InstituteTRANSITION TO LIFE PROGRAM | New York, NY | $329K | 2023 |
| Special Olympics FloridaSUPPORT AREA 9 (BROWARD, MIAMI-DADE, AND MONROE COUNTIES) | Clermont, FL | $300K | 2023 |
| University Of Miami - Nsu CardTRANSITION & ADULT SERVICES | Coral Gables, FL | $288K | 2023 |
| IncludenycYOUTH AND TRANSITION SERVICES | New York, NY | $260K | 2023 |
| Jawonio IncEARLY INTERVENTION PROGRAM | New City, NY | $259K | 2023 |
| University Of Miami - Mailman Center For Child DevelopmentFAMILY NAVIGATOR PROGRAM | Miami, FL | $248K | 2023 |
| Nova Southeastern University - Development Assessment ClinicNSU'S DEVELOPMENT ASSESSMENT CLINIC | Fort Lauderdale, FL | $228K | 2023 |
| St Mary'S Healthcare System For Children IncST. MARY'S HOSPITAL FOR CHILDREN'S ("SMHC") COMPLEMENTARY CARE SERVICES | Bayside, NY | $225K | 2023 |
| Children'S Diagnostic And Treatment CenterTRANSITONING ADOLESCENTS FORWARD INTO TOMORROW (TAFT) PROGRAM | Fort Lauderdale, FL | $220K | 2023 |
| Qsac IncGOALS TRANSITION PILOT | New York, NY | $215K | 2023 |
| Job Path IncCONSORTIUM FOR CUSTOMIZED EMPLOYMENT (CCE), PROJECT FIRST STEP, AND CAPACITY BUILDING | New York, NY | $213K | 2023 |
| Joe Dimaggio Children'S Hospital FoundationENRICHMENT AND WELLNESS PROGRAM | Hollywood, FL | $205K | 2023 |
| Florida Atlantic University - CardLITTLE OWLS PROGRAM AND AFRICAN AMERICAN OUTREACH INITIATIVE OF THE FAU CENTER FOR AUTISM AND RELATED DISABILITIES ("FAU CARD") | Boca Raton, FL | $204K | 2023 |
| Ramapo For ChildrenSTAFF ASSISTANT EXPERIENCE (SAE) PROGRAM | Rhinebeck, NY | $190K | 2023 |
| Heartshare Human Services Of New YorkARTSHARE | Brooklyn, NY | $181K | 2023 |
| Volunteer New YorkREADINESS THRU INTEGRATED SERVICES ENGAGEMENT (RISE) PROGRAM | Tarrytown, NY | $180K | 2023 |
| Best Buddies New YorkPRE-ETS PROGRAM SND JOBS PROGRAM IN NYC | New York, NY | $175K | 2023 |
| Best Buddies FloridaJOBS AND TRANSITION PROGRAM IN SOUTH FLORIDA (BROWARD, MIAMI-DADE, AND PALM BEACH COUNTIES) | Orlando, FL | $150K | 2023 |
| Westchester Institute For Human DevelopmentCOMMUNITY SUPPORT NETWORK | Valhalla, NY | $150K | 2023 |
| Special Olympics New YorkNEW YORK CITY REGION | New York, NY | $150K | 2023 |
| Nicklaus Children'S Hospital FoundationVIRTUAL REALITY PROGRAMS WITHIN THE NICKLAUS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL | Miami, FL | $150K | 2023 |
| Marlene Meyerson Jcc ManhattanTHE CENTER FOR SPECIAL NEEDS (CSN) | New York, NY | $150K | 2023 |
| Joyeux Foundation UsJOYEUX'S NYC EXPANSION | Port Chester, NY | $150K | 2023 |
| GallopnycGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Brooklyn, NY | $150K | 2023 |
| Florida Atlantic University - Academy For Community InclusionACADEMY FOR COMMUNITY INCLUSION | Boca Raton, FL | $148K | 2023 |
| Nicholas Center LtdWESTCHESTER PROGRAM | Port Washington, NY | $140K | 2023 |
| Rising Treetops At OakhurstGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | New York, NY | $125K | 2023 |
| Theatre Development FundAUTISM FRIENDLY PERFORMANCES | New York, NY | $125K | 2023 |
| The Wow Centercommunity Habilitation Center IncGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Miami, FL | $120K | 2023 |
| Memorial Sloan KetteringCHILD LIFE PROGRAM | New York, NY | $115K | 2023 |
| Broward Center For The Performing ArtsARTISTIC PROGRAMMING FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH I/DD | Fort Lauderdale, FL | $100K | 2023 |
| Museum Of Modern ArtACCESS PROGRAMS | New York, NY | $100K | 2023 |
| Lincoln Center For The Performing Arts IncI/DD PROGRAMS | New York, NY | $100K | 2023 |
| Westchester Jewish Community ServicesTHE TAFT CENTER | White Plains, NY | $80K | 2023 |
| Tech Kids Unlimited IncGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | New York, NY | $80K | 2023 |
| Bridges From School To WorkNEW YORK CITY PROGRAM | New York, NY | $78K | 2023 |
| Daniel'S Music FoundationGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | New York, NY | $75K | 2023 |
| Equine-Assisted Therapies Of South Florida Inc (Eatsf)GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Boca Raton, FL | $75K | 2023 |
| Jack & Jill CenterGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Fort Lauderdale, FL | $70K | 2023 |
| Gilda'S Club Of South FloridaGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Ft Lauderdale, FL | $70K | 2023 |
| Children'S Cancer AssociationJOYRX'S NYC EXPANSION | Portland, OR | $66K | 2023 |
| Colab Theater Group IncGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | New York, NY | $55K | 2023 |
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