Funding search · EIN 134033237 · Syracuse, NY

Joy of Giving Something

Name: Joy of Giving Something grants, 2022–2024
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A private foundation (files IRS Form 990-PF). Most private foundations do not take unsolicited applications; the route in is usually a program officer.

125
grants reported: $8.9M
total given: 2022–2024
filing years: $35,000
median grant

Based on grants this organization reported to the IRS for tax years 2022–2024. This is what they filed, not a complete record of their giving, and recent years may be incomplete because filings lag.

What they fund

photography artists working equipment media special scholarships artwork

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Virginia Museum of Fine Arts1 grant · $2.4M
Museum of Photographic Arts Sdma1 grant · $401,750
Syracuse University Art Museum1 grant · $387,000
Parrish Art Museum1 grant · $355,200
Light Work Visual Studies3 grants · $340,000
The Studio Museum in Harlem3 grants · $255,000
International Center of Photography3 grants · $230,000
University of Florida Foundation1 grant · $219,900
Yale University Library1 grant · $216,000
Newyork Foundation for the Arts3 grants · $205,000

Giving over time

$2.0M

2022

$4.2M

2023

$2.7M

2024

Grant history

The 100 largest of 125 grants.

$2.4M
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts · Richmond, VA · 2023
Artwork / photography
$401,750
Museum of Photographic Arts Sdma · San Diego, CA · 2024
Artwork / photography
$387,000
Syracuse University Art Museum · Syracuse, NY · 2023
Artwork / photography
$355,200
Parrish Art Museum · Water Mill, NY · 2022
Artwork
$219,900
University of Florida Foundation · Gainesville, FL · 2024
Artwork / photography
$216,000
Yale University Library · New Haven, CT · 2022
Artwork / photography
$199,400
Los Angeles County Museum of Art · Los Angeles, CA · 2024
Artwork / photography
$177,500
Carnegie Museum of Art · Pittsburgh, PA · 2024
Artwork / photography
$162,500
Trustees of Indiana University Eskinazi Museum Art · Bloomington, IN · 2024
Artwork / photography
$141,700
Peabody Essex Museum · Salem, MA · 2023
Artwork / photography
$140,000
Light Work Visual Studies · Syracuse, NY · 2022
Support emerging artists working in photography in its artists in residence program and to publish the artists work in contact sheet the Light Work Annual, 2022 Special Coronavirus Grants and To Support the Urban Video … read allSupport emerging artists working in photography in its artists in residence program and to publish the artists work in contact sheet the Light Work Annual, 2022 Special Coronavirus Grants and To Support the Urban Video Project by paying exhibiting artist fees and commissioning artists to create new work for projection. less
$105,000
The Studio Museum in Harlem · New York, NY · 2022
Equipment Grant,2022 Special Coronavirus Grants and to support (i) artists selected for the artist in residence program, (ii) youth participation in photography education program expanding the walls, and (iii) exhibits … read allEquipment Grant,2022 Special Coronavirus Grants and to support (i) artists selected for the artist in residence program, (ii) youth participation in photography education program expanding the walls, and (iii) exhibits and publications that feature artists working in photography. less
$104,100
Museum of City of New York · New York, NY · 2024
Artwork / photography
$100,000
Light Work Visual Studies · Syracuse, NY · 2024
Urban Video Project (UVP), a program of Light Work in partnership with the Everson Museum of Art and Onondaga County, is an outdoor architectural projection venue dedicated to the public presentation of film, video and … read allUrban Video Project (UVP), a program of Light Work in partnership with the Everson Museum of Art and Onondaga County, is an outdoor architectural projection venue dedicated to the public presentation of film, video and moving image arts. UVP is one of few projects in the United States dedicated to ongoing public projections and adds a new chapter to Central New York's legacy as one of the birthplaces of video art using cutting-edge technology to bring art of the highest caliber to Syracuse, NY less
$100,000
Light Work Visual Studies · Syracuse, NY · 2023
Support emerging artists working in photography in its artists in residence program and to publish the artists work in contact sheet the Light Work Annual. And, To Support the Urban Video Project by paying exhibiting ar… read allSupport emerging artists working in photography in its artists in residence program and to publish the artists work in contact sheet the Light Work Annual. And, To Support the Urban Video Project by paying exhibiting artist fees and commissioning artists to create new work for projection. less
$95,807
The Fund for Public Schools · New York, NY · 2022
Youth Visual Arts Professional Development Grant and Equipment grant for public schools.
$91,800
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art · Kansas City, MO · 2024
Artwork / photography
$85,000
The Studio Museum in Harlem · New York, NY · 2023
Equipment Grant and to support artists selected for the Artist-in-Residence Program, youth participating in photography education program Expanding the Walls, and exhibits and publications that feature artists working i… read allEquipment Grant and to support artists selected for the Artist-in-Residence Program, youth participating in photography education program Expanding the Walls, and exhibits and publications that feature artists working in photography. less
$80,000
Newyork Foundation for the Arts · Brooklyn, NY · 2024
To support fellowships for Photographers working in New York State.Through A Donor Advised Fund at the New York Foundation for the Arts (NYFA) JGS was able to support Dear Dave, a tri-annual publication of photography a… read allTo support fellowships for Photographers working in New York State.Through A Donor Advised Fund at the New York Foundation for the Arts (NYFA) JGS was able to support Dear Dave, a tri-annual publication of photography and writing, celebrating a community of visual thinking with affection and mirth, publishing idiosyncratic and original work that is deserving of further recognition. Dear Dave, is interested in the most unpredictable work of all genres and sensibilities, and from the familiar to the unknown. less
$80,000
International Center of Photography · New York, NY · 2023
Scholarships And Afterschool Photography.
$75,000
International Center of Photography · New York, NY · 2024
Scholarships And Afterschool Photography.Working in partnership with JGS and DWL, ICP developed a curriculum designed specifically for the afterschool environment. ICP delivers a professional development workshop to JGS… read allScholarships And Afterschool Photography.Working in partnership with JGS and DWL, ICP developed a curriculum designed specifically for the afterschool environment. ICP delivers a professional development workshop to JGS grantees each year, along with providing the curriculum, technical support for equipment purchases and workflow systems. less
$75,000
Newyork Foundation for the Arts · Brooklyn, NY · 2023
To create five photography fellowships annually and Contributed to its donor advised fund
$75,000
International Center of Photography · New York, NY · 2022
Scholarships And Afterschool Training and Curriculum
$74,000
Regents of the University of California · Davis, CA · 2023
Scholarships
$66,000
The Getty · Los Angeles, CA · 2024
Artwork / photography
$65,000
The Studio Museum in Harlem · New York, NY · 2024
The Studio Museum in Harlem is the nexus for artists of African descent locally, nationally, and internationally and for work that has been inspired and influenced by Black culture. It is a site for the dynamic exchange… read allThe Studio Museum in Harlem is the nexus for artists of African descent locally, nationally, and internationally and for work that has been inspired and influenced by Black culture. It is a site for the dynamic exchange of ideas about art and society. less
$60,000
Pal Project Syracuse University Art Museum · Syracuse, NY · 2023
To support PAL Project Scholarships, exhibitions, publication and purchase of photography equipment and to support Jeffrey J. Hoone Gallery
$59,400
The Fund for Public Schools · New York, NY · 2024
An annual program of JGS provides grants to six NYC DOE Schools to purchase photographic equipment. Equipment grant for public schools
$55,000
Blue Sky Gallery · Portland, OR · 2022
Support artists working in photography and related media AND 2022 Special Coronavirus Grants.
$55,000
Center for Exploratory and Perceptual Arts · Buffalo, NY · 2022
Support artists working in photography and related media and 2022 Special Coronavirus Grants.
$55,000
En Foco · Bronx, NY · 2022
Support artists working in photography and 2022 Special Coronavirus Grants
$55,000
Houston Center for Photography · Houston, TX · 2022
Support artists working in photography and 2022 Special Coronavirus Grants
$55,000
Pal Project Syracuse University Art Museum · Syracuse, NY · 2022
To support PAL Project Scholarships, exhibitions, publication and purchase of photography equipment and 2022 Special Coronavirus Grants
$55,000
San Francisco Camerawork · San Francisco, CA · 2022
Support artists working in photography and related media and 2022 Special Coronavirus Grants.
$55,000
Silver Eye Center for Photography · Pittsburgh, PA · 2022
Support artists working in photography and related media and 2022 Special Coronavirus Grants.
$55,000
The Center for Photography at Woodstock · Kingston, NY · 2022
Support artists working in photography and related media and 2022 Special Coronavirus Grants.
$55,000
The Fabric Workshop and Museum · Philadelphia, PA · 2022
Support artists in residence program and/or exhibits and publications that feature artists working in photography and 2022 Special Coronavirus Grants
$55,000
Tilt Institute for the Contemporary Image · Philadelphia, PA · 2022
to Support Artist Residence Photography and 2022 Special Coronavirus Grants.
$55,000
Visual Studies Workshop · Rochester, NY · 2022
Support artists working in Photography and 2022 Special Coronavirus Grants.
$50,000
Aperture Foundation · New York, NY · 2024
To support theAperture JGS Book Award.The goal of the Award is to support deserving artists whose work holds the potential to shape the fieldof photography.
$50,000
Aperture Foundation · New York, NY · 2023
to support the Aperture JGS Award to fund book publication
$50,000
Aperture Foundation · New York, NY · 2022
Grant to support piblication of photography book.
$50,000
Newyork Foundation for the Arts · Brooklyn, NY · 2022
To create five photography fellowships annually.
$48,000
Josephine Herrick Project · New York, NY · 2022
Year 2 of capacity building grant to serve special needs students and Photography instruction for special needs students at P993 School, Queens
$45,000
Penumbra Foundation · New York, NY · 2024
To support purchase of 3-D scanners and printers to support youth programming and workshops.Penumbra Foundation is a non-profit organization that brings together the Art and Science of Photography through education, res… read allTo support purchase of 3-D scanners and printers to support youth programming and workshops.Penumbra Foundation is a non-profit organization that brings together the Art and Science of Photography through education, research, outreach, public and residency programs.Its goal is to be a comprehensive resource for photographers at any level, artists, students, professionals, historians, researchers, conservators, and curators. less
$45,000
Penumbra Foundation · New York, NY · 2022
Equipment Grant and To support Penumbra Artist series and photography exhibition
$40,000
Penumbra Foundation · New York, NY · 2023
Equipment Grant and To support Penumbra Artist series and photography exhibition
$40,000
Harlem School of the Arts · New York, NY · 2022
Scholarship grants.
$37,000
Regents of the University of California · Davis, CA · 2024
Support for JGS Fellows Program
$36,000
Samuel Field Ym&Ywca · Little Neck, NY · 2024
Afterschool Program
$36,000
University Settlement Society · New York, NY · 2023
Equipment Grant afterschool photography
$36,000
University Settlement Society · New York, NY · 2022
Equipment Grant afterschool photography
$35,000
Blue Sky Gallery · Portland, OR · 2024
Support artists working in photography and related media. Founded as The Oregon Center for the Photographic Arts by a goup of five young photographers in 1975, Blue Sky quickly established itself as an important venue f… read allSupport artists working in photography and related media. Founded as The Oregon Center for the Photographic Arts by a goup of five young photographers in 1975, Blue Sky quickly established itself as an important venue for local photography. In a short period of time, the organization expanded its offerings to include national and international artists, many of whom exhibited at Blue Sky early in their careers. Blue Sky's special endeavor continues to be the exhibition of emerging and established artists that exemplify the finest in photographic vision and innovation. As such, Blue Sky has earned the accolade as having "the best record of discovering new photographers of any artists' space in the country." less
$35,000
Cepa Gallery · Buffalo, NY · 2024
CEPA Gallery is a contemporary photography and visual arts center with impact in both local and national communities. With three galleries of changing exhibits and events, multimedia public art installations, arts educa… read allCEPA Gallery is a contemporary photography and visual arts center with impact in both local and national communities. With three galleries of changing exhibits and events, multimedia public art installations, arts education programs, and an open-access darkroom and digital photo lab, CEPA creates a vibrant presence in the heart of downtown Buffalo. less
$35,000
En Foco · Bronx, NY · 2024
Support artists working in photography.En Foco, Inc. is a non-profit that supports U.S.-based photographers of African, Asian, Latino, Native American, and Pacific Islander heritage. Founded in 1974, En Foco makes their… read allSupport artists working in photography.En Foco, Inc. is a non-profit that supports U.S.-based photographers of African, Asian, Latino, Native American, and Pacific Islander heritage. Founded in 1974, En Foco makes their work visible to the art world, yet remains accessible to under-served communities. Through exhibitions, workshops, events, and publications, it provides professional recognition, honoraria, and assistance to photographers as they grow into different stages of their careers. less
$35,000
Houston Center for Photography · Houston, TX · 2024
Support artists working in photography. Houston Center for Photography is an organization dedicated to the art of photography. Starting in 1981 as a small visual artists' organization, HCP has grown to become an exempla… read allSupport artists working in photography. Houston Center for Photography is an organization dedicated to the art of photography. Starting in 1981 as a small visual artists' organization, HCP has grown to become an exemplary fine art organization. Our gallery-free to the public-features some of the finest works of contemporary photography. HCP also offers over 300 photography classes and workshops year-round. less
$35,000
San Francisco Camerawork · San Francisco, CA · 2024
SF Camerawork provokes discovery, experimentation, and exchange through exhibitions and experiences for all who value new ideas in photography. SF Camerawork is a long-standing leader in the San Francisco arts milieu. T… read allSF Camerawork provokes discovery, experimentation, and exchange through exhibitions and experiences for all who value new ideas in photography. SF Camerawork is a long-standing leader in the San Francisco arts milieu. The organization was founded in 1974 by a collective of artists who welcomed experimental photography, unconventional techniques, and sociopolitical themes and who fostered a range of alternative styles and approaches. less
$35,000
Silver Eye Center for Photography · Pittsburgh, PA · 2024
Support artists working in photography and related media. Silver Eye promotes the power of contemporary photography as a fine art medium by creating original exhibitions, unique educational programing, and a space for a… read allSupport artists working in photography and related media. Silver Eye promotes the power of contemporary photography as a fine art medium by creating original exhibitions, unique educational programing, and a space for artists to learn, create, and connect through our digital lab. Our programs are dedicated to supporting the work of emerging, mid-career, and under-recognized artists and sharing that work with our diverse audience in engaging and meaningful ways. less
$35,000
The Center for Photography at Woodstock · Kingston, NY · 2024
Support artists working in photography and related media.CPW is a vital hub for dialogue and discovery in photography and related media, bringing together a diverse array of artists and a vibrant community with a strong… read allSupport artists working in photography and related media.CPW is a vital hub for dialogue and discovery in photography and related media, bringing together a diverse array of artists and a vibrant community with a strong artistic tradition. Through its programs, CPW fosters opportunities to create and explore photography, and celebrate its role in contemporary culture. less
$35,000
The Fabric Workshop and Museum · Philadelphia, PA · 2024
Support artists in residence program and/or exhibits and publications that feature artists working in photography.The Fabric Workshop and Museum (FWM) is an internationally acclaimed contemporary art museum devoted both… read allSupport artists in residence program and/or exhibits and publications that feature artists working in photography.The Fabric Workshop and Museum (FWM) is an internationally acclaimed contemporary art museum devoted both to the creation and presentation of innovative works of art. Its Artist-in-Residence Program provides artists at all stages of their careers with the opportunity to collaborate with FWM as they experiment with new materials and new media, taking their work in fresh and often unexpected directions. Founded in 1977 by Marion "Kippy" Boulton Stroud (1939-2015), FWM presents ambitious exhibitions which convey a story of contemporary art that unites process with finished works. less
$35,000
Tilt Institute for the Contemporary Image · Philadelphia, PA · 2024
to Support Artist Residence Photography. TILT is centered on the importance of contemporary image-making as an ever-evolving art form. In doing so, TILT seeks to build and support a just and equitable community of dedic… read allto Support Artist Residence Photography. TILT is centered on the importance of contemporary image-making as an ever-evolving art form. In doing so, TILT seeks to build and support a just and equitable community of dedicated visual creatives and audiences. TILT works to create a space built upon trust and respect to best celebrate our community and its creativity as we provide educational programming, residencies, events, exhibitions, and public programs that celebrate our collaborators and community to accomplish our mission. less
$35,000
Visual Studies Workshop · Rochester, NY · 2024
Support artists working in Photography.Visual Studies Workshop's mission is to support makers and interpreters of images through education, publications, residencies, exhibitions, and collections. Fueled by his own expa… read allSupport artists working in Photography.Visual Studies Workshop's mission is to support makers and interpreters of images through education, publications, residencies, exhibitions, and collections. Fueled by his own expansive ideas about photography-as a tool of social commentary and contemporary experimentation-VSW and the MFA program were founded in 1969 by Nathan Lyons. Just a few years after the founding of the school, Nathan's partner Joan Lyons founded VSW Press to give artists a place to print their own artists' books and produce the work they wanted to make-not what was dictated to them by the commercial pressures of publishers, galleries, and museums. That ethos lives today in VSW, which five decades later continues to thrive as a laboratory for leadership and independent thinking. less
$35,000
Blue Sky Gallery · Portland, OR · 2023
Support artists working in photography and related media
$35,000
Center for Exploratory and Perceptual Arts · Buffalo, NY · 2023
Support artists working in photography and related media
$35,000
En Foco · Bronx, NY · 2023
Support artists working in photography
$35,000
Houston Center for Photography · Houston, TX · 2023
Support artists working in photography
$35,000
Josephine Herrick Project · New York, NY · 2023
Photography instruction for students with disabilities.
$35,000
San Francisco Camerawork · San Francisco, CA · 2023
Support artists working in photography and related media
$35,000
Silver Eye Center for Photography · Pittsburgh, PA · 2023
Support artists working in photography and related media
$35,000
The Center for Photography at Woodstock · Kingston, NY · 2023
Support artists working in photography and related media
$35,000
The Fabric Workshop and Museum · Philadelphia, PA · 2023
Support artists in residence program and/or exhibits and publications that feature artists working in photography
$35,000
Tilt Institute for the Contemporary Image · Philadelphia, PA · 2023
to Support Artist Residence Photography
$35,000
Visual Studies Workshop · Rochester, NY · 2023
Support artists working in Photography.
$32,340
The Fund for Public Schools · New York, NY · 2023
Equipment grant for public schools
$30,000
Partnership With Children · New York, NY · 2024
Internships and scholarships for photography students.
$30,000
Cuny- Queens College · Queens, NY · 2023
Scholarships
$30,000
Partnership With Children · New York, NY · 2023
Internship/Scholarship grant
$25,000
Anna Mirabai Lytton Foundation · East Hampton, NY · 2024
To support youth education in photography and wellness.
$25,000
Baxter Street Camera Club of Ny · New York, NY · 2024
Baxter St at the Camera Club of New York, founded originally as The Camera Club of New York in 1884, is one of New York's oldest arts organizations, providing lens-based artists with both working facilities and platform… read allBaxter St at the Camera Club of New York, founded originally as The Camera Club of New York in 1884, is one of New York's oldest arts organizations, providing lens-based artists with both working facilities and platforms for discussions as they develop their practice. In 2014, the organization moved to 126 Baxter St and adopted the new name, Baxter St at the Camera Club of New York. Also known as Baxter St, the organization reinvigorated a new wave of influence and impact through which the organization's profile aligns with the mission to support, foster, and innovate contemporary dialogues around the medium and practice of photography and other lens-based arts. Baxter St continues to provide a workspace for both darkroom and digital lab access, as well as a range of programming from exhibitions to conversations series to a residency program. less
$25,000
Catskill Art Space · Livingston Manor, NY · 2024
Catskill Art Space (CAS) explores contemporary art practices of emerging and established artists. Through exhibitions, performances, classes, lectures and screenings, CAS fosters creative community in the Catskills. Wit… read allCatskill Art Space (CAS) explores contemporary art practices of emerging and established artists. Through exhibitions, performances, classes, lectures and screenings, CAS fosters creative community in the Catskills. With exhibition space spanning two floors and four galleries, CAS aspires to be a regional arts destination, delivering programming that is diverse, dynamic, and life-enriching. CAS promotes the visual and performing arts of, by, and for our communities, including world-class artists, local artists, and arts education. less
$25,000
Josephine Herrick Project · New York, NY · 2024
Classroom training and support for students with disabilities at P396K Sid Miller Academy
$25,000
The Dreamyard Project · Bronx, NY · 2024
Two-year grant to develop culturally responsive curriculum to Bronx public schools.
$25,000
W Eugene Smith Memorial Fund · New York, NY · 2024
Named in honor of the extraordinary journalist and humanistic photographer, W. Eugene Smith, the Fund was established in 1979 to seek out and encourage strong independent voices. Between 1980 and 2009, thirty-two recipi… read allNamed in honor of the extraordinary journalist and humanistic photographer, W. Eugene Smith, the Fund was established in 1979 to seek out and encourage strong independent voices. Between 1980 and 2009, thirty-two recipients from fourteen different countries were recognized. The W. Eugene Smith Grant is designed to encourage and support visual storytellers whose photographic work renews the tradition of W. Eugene Smith's dedicated compassion as evidenced during his 45-year career as a photographic essayist. Special consideration will be given to work that promotes social change, that embraces new technologies and image distribution, and that seeks to integrate the tradition of photography and social change with contemporary practice. less
$25,000
Anna Mirabai Lytton Foundation · East Hampton, NY · 2023
Equipment Grant
$25,000
The Dreamyard Project · Bronx, NY · 2023
Professional Development Grant
$25,000
Youth Design Center · Brooklyn, NY · 2023
Equipment Grant
$25,000
Anna Mirabai Lytton Foundation · East Hampton, NY · 2022
Equipment Grant
$25,000
Museum of the City of New York · New York, NY · 2022
Equipment Grant
$25,000
Photographic Resource Center · Somerville, MA · 2022
2022 Special Coronavirus Grants and for general purpose.
$20,900
Vassar College for the Frances Lehman Loeb Art Cen · Poughkeepsie, NY · 2024
Artwork / photography
$20,355
Lower Manhattan Community School · New York, NY · 2024
Equipment and printing for LMS reimbursed to teaching artist Mustafa Onder or paid directly to vendor.
$20,000
Free Arts Nyc · New York, NY · 2024
Professional workplace internships for high school and college students at creative businesses.
$20,000
Harlem School of the Arts · New York, NY · 2024
Scholarships for students to attend the HSA Media and Design Prep Program.
$20,000
Youth Design Center · Brooklyn, NY · 2024
Equipment Grant.Professional workplace internships for high school and college students at creative businesses where photography, digital media, and image-making are utilized.
$20,000
Appalshop · Whitesburg, KY · 2023
Scholarships and Equipment Grant
$20,000
Harlem School of the Arts · New York, NY · 2023
Scholarship grants.
$20,000
Kingsborough Community College · Brooklyn, NY · 2023
Scholarships
$20,000
Appalshop · Whitesburg, KY · 2022
Scholarships
$19,605
Connect the Dots Llc · New York, NY · 2024
Development Without Limits works at the intersection of professional learning, positive youth development and strategy. DWL training is designed to maximize the leadership potential of each participant while providing t… read allDevelopment Without Limits works at the intersection of professional learning, positive youth development and strategy. DWL training is designed to maximize the leadership potential of each participant while providing the concrete skills essential to success in the classroom. For the JGS Afterschool Initiative, DWL delivered three professional development workshops to University Settlement Society afterschool instructors. They will continue delivering on site coaching, a virtual professional development learning community, and a final convening in Spring 2024. less
$15,000
Aurora Photo Center · Indianapolis, IN · 2024
Aurora PhotoCenter's mission is to support visual artists working in photography through exhibitions, residencies, workshops, visiting artist talks, and access to creative tools. As the only nonprofit in Indiana devoted… read allAurora PhotoCenter's mission is to support visual artists working in photography through exhibitions, residencies, workshops, visiting artist talks, and access to creative tools. As the only nonprofit in Indiana devoted exclusively to photography, Aurora is an essential hub for the medium in our arts community. Aurora also serves as a bridge between local artists and the greater photographic community, with a regional, national, and international scope. Aurora is passionate about photography's emotional and social power as an art medium in its own right. less

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