Sol DE Janeiro Foundation

EIN 99-1901201 · NY · NTEE T22

Invitation only Typical grant ~$100K Funds in IL, CA, DC
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Giving Profile

In 2024, Sol DE Janeiro Foundation based in NY paid 7 grants totaling $870K to 7 organizations across 3 states. Individual grants ranged from $20K to $300K, with a median of $100K. Its largest recipients included IPE - INSTITUTO DE PESQUISAS ECOLOGICAS, THE BARACK OBAMA FOUNDATION, and FUNDACAO SOS PRO-MATA ATLANTICA. The foundation does not accept unsolicited applications — giving is by invitation only.

Foundation at a Glance

Total assets
$3,113,397
Giving (latest yr)
$870,000
Filing year
2024
Itemized grants
7
Median grant
$100K
Recipients
7
States reached
3
Officers/trustees
6
Unsolicited applications
No — invitation only

Where the Money Goes

Top recipients

  • Ipe - Instituto DE Pesquisas Ecologicas$300,000
  • The Barack Obama Foundation$200,000
  • Fundacao Sos Pro-mata Atlantica$150,000
  • Associacao Filha Do Sol$100,000
  • Inspiring Girls International Limited$50,000

Where grants went

  • Illinois$200,000 · 1 grant
  • California$50,000 · 1 grant
  • District of Columbia$20,000 · 1 grant

Grants Paid (7)

Ipe - Instituto DE Pesquisas Ecologicas
Our Grant Supports Ipe IN Developing Biodiversity Corridors IN Southern Bahia, Awarding Scholarships to the Next Generation of Climate Leaders Through Its Masters Program IN Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Development, and Strengthening Organizational Capacity IN Response to Its Recent Growth.
$300,000
The Barack Obama Foundation
Chicago, IL
Our Grant Supports the Girls Opportunity Alliance, a Program of the Obama Foundation, IN Strengthening Grassroots Organizations Who Provide Direct Services to Girls Through Capacity Development Trainings and Financial Support.
$200,000
Fundacao Sos Pro-mata Atlantica
Our Grant Supports Sos Mata Atlantica to Construct a Native and Rare Species Nursery to Increase Biodiversity Outcomes Across the Atlantic Biome. It Also Supports the Ongoing Maintenance of Protected Lands and Trains Citizen Scientists to Monitor Water Quality IN the Region.
$150,000
Associacao Filha Do Sol
Our Grant Aids Filha Do Sol's Efforts IN Uplifting Frontline Communities Who Protect Vital Ecosystems and Advance Climate Resilience IN the Region. It Also Funds the Training of Local Women IN Climate Leadership. Lastly, the Grant Supports Their Internal Capacity Development to Manage Growth and Deepen Its Impact.
$100,000
Inspiring Girls International Limited
Our Grant Supports Inspiring Girls to Expand Its Network Into Three New Countries, Reaching More Girls With Programs That Build Confidence and Broaden Career Aspirations. It Also Strengthens Partnerships With Schools to Integrate Diverse Female Role Models Into Everyday Learning.
$50,000
Rainforest Action Network
San Francisco, CA
Our One-time Donation to Ran Supported Its Community Action Grants (Cag) Program, Which Provides Funding to Frontline Communities Fighting Against Deforestation and Climate Change That Otherwise Face Barriers to Traditional Finance Mechanisms.
$50,000
American National Red Cross & Its Constituent Chapters and Branches
Washington, DC
The American Red Cross Received a One-time Donation to Be Utilized for Hurricane Milton and Helene Emergency Relief Efforts IN Florida.
$20,000

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FAQFrequently Asked Questions

No. Sol DE Janeiro Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications — its grantmaking is by invitation only. Cultivating a relationship or securing an introduction is typically required.

Sol DE Janeiro Foundation is classified as a Environment & Animals funder. Conservation, environmental protection, and animal welfare. Its recent grants reached organizations across 3 states.

In its most recent filing, Sol DE Janeiro Foundation reported 7 itemized grants totaling $870K. Individual grants ranged from $20K to $300K (median $100K).

Recent recipients include IPE - INSTITUTO DE PESQUISAS ECOLOGICAS, THE BARACK OBAMA FOUNDATION, FUNDACAO SOS PRO-MATA ATLANTICA, among 7 organizations in total. The full grant list is on this page.

Sol DE Janeiro Foundation is a private foundation based in New York, per its IRS 990-PF filing.

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