Challenger Foundation
Invitation OnlyGarden City, New York · EIN 13-7109402 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$1.5M
Organizations funded10
Typical grant$50,000
Total assets$35.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $50,000 and $250,000.
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
90% of grants went outside New York.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan | Ann Arbor, MI | General | $500,096 |
| Cristo Rey Network | Chicago, IL | General | $300,000 |
| The Episcopal Academy | Newtown Square, PA | General | $250,000 |
| Fordham University | Bronx, NY | General | $100,000 |
| Brookings Institution | Washington, DC | General | $75,000 |
| Bucks County Dragon Boat Association | Upr Makefield, PA | General | $50,000 |
| Travis Manion Foundation | Doylestown, PA | General | $50,000 |
| Hebrew Seniorlife Inc | Boston, MA | General | $50,000 |
| Horizons Greater Philadelphia Inc | Wayne, PA | General | $50,000 |
| Catholic Schools Foundation Inc | Boston, MA | General | $50,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,475,096 | 10 |
| 2023 | $165,000 | 4 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Dec 10, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202523449349100502
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 13-7109402
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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