Quick Summary
Name: Tinker Foundation Incorporated Status: Active Grant Maker
Key Facts
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Annual Giving | $2,781,622 (2024) |
| Grant Range | $50,000 - $150,000 per year |
| Average Grant | $50,000 - $100,000 per year |
| Application Method | Fixed Deadline (June & December board meetings) |
Contact Details
- Address: 55 E 59th St, New York, NY 10022-1112
- Phone: 212-421-6858
- Website: https://tinker.org
Geographic Focus
Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking countries of Latin America including: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay, and Venezuela.
Priority given to civil society organizations founded and based in Latin America.
Funding Priorities
- Democratic Governance: Initiatives that strengthen democratic institutions, promote citizen engagement, enhance transparency, and support inclusive decision-making processes
- Education: Projects that improve access, quality, and equity in education, and develop innovative strategies for knowledge sharing, learning outcomes, and capacity-building across communities
Note: Sustainable Resource Management program closed in 2025.
What They Don't Fund
- Individuals, including individual research
- Direct or grassroots lobbying
- Annual or fundraising appeals
- School tuition, scholarships, or child sponsorships
- Building construction or major equipment purchases
- Media production
- Museum collections, films, and exhibits
- Endowments
Application Method
Three-step process:
- Eligibility Quiz - Determine if organization qualifies
- Letter of Inquiry (LOI) - Brief project description and budget estimate
- Full Proposal - By invitation only after LOI review
Eligibility Requirements:
- Must be 501(c)(3) or equivalent charitable organization (Latin American organizations don't need US 501(c)(3))
- Must have operated with budget of $50,000+ in 2023, 2024, or 2025
- Project must focus on Spanish/Portuguese-speaking Latin America
- Project must align with Democratic Governance or Education priorities
Timing: Board meetings in June and December; grants distributed within two weeks of meetings. Foundation typically funds one-third to one-half of proposals received.
Grant Terms: Maximum 36 months support
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