The Seed Fund Grants Inc
Invitation OnlyPittsford, New York · EIN 35-2285618 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$464K
Organizations funded28
Typical grant$15,000
Total assets$14M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $20,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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
32% of grants went outside New York.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bronx River Alliance | Bronx, NY | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Shared-Use Mobility Center | Los Angeles, CA | Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Transportation Alternatives | New York, NY | Biking is not a crime | $30,000 |
| American Forests | Washington, DC | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Open Plans | New York, NY | Unrestricted | $23,000 |
| Climate Ride | Missoula, MT | Bbg gala | $22,326 |
| El Puente | Brooklyn, NY | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Island Press | Washington, DC | Built environment portfolio | $20,000 |
| Regional Plan Association | New York, NY | Cross bronx expansion report | $20,000 |
| Riders Alliance Fund Inc | New York, NY | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Riders Alliance | New York, NY | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Street Lab Inc | Brooklyn, NY | Open street, brownsville, brooklyn | $20,000 |
| Tri-State Transportation | New York, NY | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Trust for Public Land | Philadelphia, PA | Queensway | $20,000 |
| Brooklyn Greenway | Brooklyn, NY | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Exploratorium | San Francisco, CA | Sea level rise public education | $15,000 |
| New York League of Conservation Voters | New York, NY | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| 34Th Open Street Alliance | Jackson Heights, NY | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Island Press | Washington, DC | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Regional Plan Association | New York, NY | Congestion pricing | $10,000 |
| Southern Exposure | Mineral, VA | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Transportation Alternatives | New York, NY | Congestion pricing | $10,000 |
| Transportation Alternatives | New York, NY | Streets for people event | $9,500 |
| Regional Plan Association | New York, NY | Bqe report | $5,000 |
| Brooklyn Botanic Garden | Brooklyn, NY | Bbg gala | $3,000 |
| Natural Areas Conservation | New York, NY | NYC gala | $550 |
| Transportation Alternatives | New York, NY | Tracey capers gala | $500 |
| Dharma Wheels Foundation | Ukiah, CA | Unrestricted | $200 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $464,076 | 28 |
| 2024 | $403,000 | 29 |
| 2023 | $350,150 | 32 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611329349102101
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 35-2285618
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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