Tiger Foundation
Historical FunderNew York, New York · EIN 13-3555671 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$10.5M
Organizations funded50
Typical grant$200,000
Total assets$106.6M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $150,000 and $250,000.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | AMY BARGER MANAGING DIRECTOR |
|---|---|
| Address | C/O TIGER FOUNDATION 45 WEST 45TH, STREET 12TH FLOOR, NEW YORK NY 100364602 |
| Phone | 2129842565 |
| Form and materials | APPLICATIONS MAY BE SUBMITTED VIA THE FOUNDATION'S WEBSITE, HTTPS://TIGERFOUNDATION.ORG/HOW-TO-APPLY. |
| Deadlines | NONE. |
| Restrictions | VISIT OUR WEBSITE, HTTPS://TIGERFOUNDATION.ORG/FUNDING-GUIDELINES, FOR THE MOST UP-TO-DATE GUIDELINES. ACROSS ALL PROGRAM AREAS, WE SEEK STRONG AND CONSISTENT MEASURABLE OUTCOMES OVER TIME; SKILLED EXECUTIVE, PROGRAM, AND BOARD LEADERSHIP; COST-EFFECTIVENESS; STRONG FINANCIAL POSITION AND SKILLED FISCAL MANAGEMENT; AND OPPORTUNITY FOR BROAD IMPACT. APPLICANTS MUST BE EXEMPT FROM INCOME TAXES UNDER IRC CODE 501(C)(3). REQUESTS FOR SUPPORT ARE NOT CONSIDERED FOR INDIVIDUALS, ANNUAL OR CAPITAL CAMPAIGNS, ENDOWMENTS, BENEFITS, PUBLIC POLICY OR LOBBYING GROUPS, LEGAL AID, EXISTING OBLIGATIONS, OR DEBT LIABILITY. |
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
4% of grants went outside New York.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per Scholas Inc | Bronx, NY | General operating support | $600,000 |
| Center for Family Life | Brooklyn, NY | General operating support | $350,000 |
| Marks Jewish Community House of Bensonhurst | Brooklyn, NY | General operating support | $350,000 |
| Leap Inc | Brooklyn, NY | General operating support | $325,000 |
| The Door | New York, NY | General operating support | $325,000 |
| Center for Justice Innovations | New York, NY | General operating support | $300,000 |
| Kipp New York Inc | New York, NY | General operating support | $300,000 |
| Fund for Public Health | New York, NY | General operating support | $290,000 |
| Association to Benefit Children | New York, NY | General operating support | $250,000 |
| Children's Aid Society | New York, NY | General operating support | $250,000 |
| Commonpoint Queens | Little Neck, NY | General operating support | $250,000 |
| Exalt Youth | New York, NY | General operating support | $250,000 |
| Expanded Schools Inc | New York, NY | General operating support | $250,000 |
| Fund for the City of New York | New York, NY | General operating support | $250,000 |
| Henry Street Settlement | New York, NY | General operating support | $250,000 |
| Marcy Lab School | Brooklyn, NY | General operating support | $250,000 |
| New York University Nyulmc | New York, NY | General operating support | $250,000 |
| Research Foundation of Cuny | Brooklyn, NY | General operating support | $250,000 |
| Teaching Lab | Washington, DC | General operating support | $250,000 |
| Teaching Matters | New York, NY | General operating support | $250,000 |
| The Fortune Society | Long Island City, NY | General operating support | $250,000 |
| University Settlement of New York City | New York, NY | General operating support | $250,000 |
| Bard Prison Initiative | Annandaleonhudson, NY | General operating support | $200,000 |
| Cypress Hills Local Development Corporation | Brooklyn, NY | General operating support | $200,000 |
| East Side House | Bronx, NY | General operating support | $200,000 |
| Fund for the City of New York | New York, NY | General operating support | $200,000 |
| Hope Program | Brooklyn, NY | General operating support | $200,000 |
| Literacy Academy Collective | New York, NY | General operating support | $200,000 |
| Northside Center for Child Development | New York, NY | General operating support | $200,000 |
| Student Leadership Network | New York, NY | General operating support | $200,000 |
| Graham Windham | Brooklyn, NY | General operating support | $175,000 |
| Mesa Charter High School | Brooklyn, NY | General operating support | $175,000 |
| Npower NY | New York, NY | General operating support | $175,000 |
| Zeta Charter Schools | Bronx, NY | General operating support | $175,000 |
| Eagle Academy Foundation | New York, NY | General operating support | $150,000 |
| Kipp New York Inc | New York, NY | General operating support | $150,000 |
| Modern Classroom | Washington, DC | General operating support | $150,000 |
| The Inspired Community Project Inc | New York, NY | General operating support | $150,000 |
| Uncommon Schools Inc | New York, NY | General operating support | $130,000 |
| Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corp | Brooklyn, NY | General operating support | $125,000 |
| Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corp | Brooklyn, NY | General operating support | $125,000 |
| Central Queens Academy | Elmhurst, NY | General operating support | $125,000 |
| Forte Preparatory Academy | Elmhurst, NY | General operating support | $125,000 |
| Urban Dove | Long Island City, NY | General operating support | $125,000 |
| Ascend Learning Inc | Brooklyn, NY | General operating support | $100,000 |
| At the Table Inc | Brooklyn, NY | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Classical Charter Schools | Bronx, NY | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Fjc | New York, NY | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Internationals Network for Public Schools | New York, NY | General operating support | $50,000 |
| New Visions for Public Schools | New York, NY | General operating support | $29,750 |
Grants approved for future payment
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center for Family Life | Brooklyn, NY | General operating support | $350,000 |
| New Visions for Public Schools | New York, NY | General operating support | $300,000 |
| Internationals Network for Public Schools | New York, NY | General operating support | $275,000 |
| Association to Benefit Children | New York, NY | General operating support | $250,000 |
| The Fortune Society | Long Island City, NY | General operating support | $250,000 |
| Literacy Academy Collective | New York, NY | General operating support | $200,000 |
| Goddard Riverside Community Center | New York, NY | General operating support | $75,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,474,750 | 57 |
| 2023 | $11,260,000 | 51 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 27, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503009349100135
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 13-3555671
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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