Kate Spade New York Foundation
Historical FunderNew York, New York · EIN 13-3060673 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $168,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | TARYN BIRD |
|---|---|
| Address | 10 HUDSON YARDS, NEW YORK NY 10001 |
| Phone | 8669995283 |
| Form and materials | THROUGH THE KATE SPADE NEW YORK FOUNDATION REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP), ORGANIZATIONS ARE REQUESTED TO FILL OUT A GRANT PROPOSAL COVER SHEET THAT PROVIDES BASIC ORGANIZATIONAL, DEMOGRAPHIC, AND IMPACT INFORMATION. ALSO REQUESTED IS A NARRATIVE THAT PROVIDES AN ORGANIZATIONAL HISTORY, GOALS, ACCOMPLISHMENTS, AS WELL AS A SUMMARY AND DESCRIPTION OF THE PROGRAM IN WHICH FUNDING IS REQUESTED FOR, INCLUDING MEASURABLE OUTPUTS AND OUTCOMES AND HOW IT ALIGNS WITH THE FOUNDATION'S GIVING FOCUS. IN ADDITION, THE FOUNDATION ASKS ORGANIZATIONS TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTS DETAILING STAFF & BOARD MEMBERS, ORGANIZATIONAL BUDGETS, PROGRAM BUDGETS, SOURCES OF INCOME & REVENUE, AND A COPY OF THE US DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY LETTER ESTABLISHING THE ORGANIZATION'S 501(C)(3) STATUS. |
| Deadlines | APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED ON A ROLLING BASIS. INFO CAN BE FOUND BY EMAILING FOUNDATION@KATESPADE.COM |
| Restrictions | THE FOUNDATION WILL NOT ACCEPT PROPOSALS FOR PROGRAMS RELATING TO THE ENVIRONMENT. CONTRIBUTIONS WILL NOT BE MADE: TO POLITICAL, RELIGIOUS, FRATERNAL, OR VETERANS ORGANIZATIONS; TO, OR ON BEHALF OF, INDIVIDUALS, INCLUDING EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE; FOR PROFESSIONAL MEETINGS, CONFERENCES, OR SYMPOSIA; FOR COURTESY ADVERTISING OR FUNDRAISING EVENTS; OR FOR SPONSORSHIP OF EVENTS, PERFORMANCES OR EXHIBITS. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
27% of grants went outside New York.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Girls Incorporated of New York City | New York, NY | Charitable purposes | $215,000 |
| Grace Institute of New York Inc | New York, NY | Charitable purposes | $180,000 |
| New York Community Trust | New York, NY | Charitable purposes | $168,000 |
| Black Girls Smile | Atlanta, GA | Charitable purposes | $165,000 |
| The Lower East Side Girls Club | New York, NY | Charitable purposes | $155,000 |
| Exhale to Inhale Inc | New York, NY | Charitable purposes | $130,000 |
| Center for Disaster Philanthropy Inc | Washington, DC | Emergency relief | $100,000 |
| Latinas on the Verge of Excellence - Love Inc | Astoria, NY | Charitable purposes | $90,000 |
| Fund for the City of New York - Promise Project | New York, NY | Charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Counseling in Schools | New York, NY | Charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Rising Tide Capital | Jersey City, NJ | Charitable purposes | $5,000 |
Grants approved for future payment
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Counseling in Schools | New York, NY | Charitable purposes | $125,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,223,000 | 12 |
| 2023 | $1,397,000 | 12 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 12, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533169349102613
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 13-3060673
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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