The James Howell Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyNew York, New York · EIN 82-3214143 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,336 and $29,000.
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
20% of grants went outside New York.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Art Museum | Portland, OR | To sustain activities | $29,150 |
| Dia Art Foundation | New York, NY | To sustain activities | $29,000 |
| Association of Art Curators | New York, NY | To sustain activities | $5,000 |
| American Federation of Arts | NY, NY | To sustain activities | $1,336 |
| Queens Museum | Corona Queens, NY | To sustain activities | $1,000 |
The return also lists 4 grants to individuals ($46,812). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $112,298 | 9 |
| 2023 | $106,743 | 10 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 10, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202513149349102281
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 82-3214143
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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