The work of the Carroll and Milton Petrie Foundation is shaped by a set of core commitments. These principles guide how we identify, support, and learn from the programs and partners we fund.
We believe that effective and impactful grantmaking:
Is guided by well-defined strategies & priorities
Is grounded in a deep understanding of the issues
Strives toward greater equity and inclusion for all New Yorkers
Sets clear expectations for the work and anticipated outcomes
Builds & sustains strong relationships
between the foundation and our grantees
Emphasizes opportunities to learn from and
with grantees and others in the field
Is accountable to our community of stakeholders
The Carroll and Milton Petrie Foundation provides support to nonprofit organizations and NYC-based colleges and universities that share our aim of promoting social and economic mobility for young New Yorkers. We are especially focused on programs that chiefly serve learners from the five boroughs of New York City who are graduates of New York City public schools.
we regularly
convene with
thought-leaders
and practitioners.
The vast majority of our grants are made by invitation. To remain grounded in a deep understanding of our areas of focus, we regularly convene with thought leaders and practitioners. It is through these explorations and research that we identify new prospective projects. On rare occasions, we issue requests for proposals.
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While we are not actively seeking new grantees, we are open to learning about programs that may align with our current priorities, particularly under “Succeed in College” and “Strong First Jobs.” If you have a concept in mind, we invite you to send an overview of 1,000 characters or less, along with an estimated total project budget, to info@petrie.org. If the concept seems promising, we will follow up to schedule a brief introductory conversation. These conversations may lead to further discussion and, in some cases, an invitation to apply for funding.
If invited, applicants prepare narrative and budget drafts for review. We provide feedback before applicants submit finalized materials through an online application portal. A separate invitation link will be shared with applicants at the appropriate time. (Please note that the Grantee Portal linked on our site is for use by current grantees only and cannot be used to submit inquiries.)
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The Foundation’s Board of Directors meets three times a year — in winter, spring, and fall. Grant application preparation typically begins 8 to 12 weeks before each board meeting.
Please note that we only grant to tax exempt 501(c)3 organizations. The Foundation does not make grants to individuals, for special events, or for fundraising benefits.