Ames Charitable Foundation
Invitation OnlyNew York, New York · EIN 13-6123016 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$23K
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$1,200
Total assets$312K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $250 and $2,500.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
37% of grants went outside New York.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Synagogue | Rockville Centre, NY | General purposes | $12,200 |
| Sucede Inc | Key Biscayne, FL | General purposes | $4,100 |
| American Foundation for Suicide Prevention | New York, NY | General purposes | $2,500 |
| Temple Judea | Manhasset, NY | General purposes | $1,458 |
| Global Empowerment | Fairfax, VA | General purposes | $1,200 |
| Puppies Behind Bars | New York, NY | General purposes | $1,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | New York, NY | General purposes | $250 |
| National Jewish Memorial Wall | Coral Gables, FL | General purposes | $216 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $22,924 | 8 |
| 2023 | $22,050 | 8 |
| 2022 | $18,800 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Apr 10, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631009349100733
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 13-6123016
- Profile updated Nov 9, 2026
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