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Tiger Global Philanthropic Ventures Inc

Annual Giving
$15.3M
Grant Range
$50K - $2.0M

Tiger Global Philanthropic Ventures Inc

Quick Stats

  • Annual Giving: $15,326,036 (2023)
  • Success Rate: Not publicly available (invitation-only)
  • Decision Time: Not publicly disclosed
  • Grant Range: $50,000 - $2,000,000
  • Median Grant: $450,000
  • Geographic Focus: United States (primarily tech ecosystem nationally)
  • Total Assets: $50.9 million (2023)

Contact Details

Address: New York, NY
EIN: 85-4007593
Type: 501(c)(3) Private Foundation
Founded: 2021

Note: Tiger Global Impact Ventures does not have a publicly listed website or general contact information for grant inquiries. The foundation does not accept unsolicited applications.

Overview

Tiger Global Philanthropic Ventures Inc (also known as Tiger Global Impact Ventures) was established in 2021 by Chase Coleman III, founder of Tiger Global Management, to formalize the investment firm's philanthropic activities. The foundation was launched with an initial commitment of $220 million. With total assets of approximately $51 million and annual giving of $15.3 million (2023), the foundation operates as the philanthropic arm of Tiger Global Management, a prominent technology-focused investment firm. The foundation's mission centers on finding and funding nonprofits and social entrepreneurs using technology in disruptive ways for social good. The foundation is entirely volunteer-based with no paid staff, demonstrating a lean operational approach that maximizes grant dollars.

A cornerstone initiative is the Gender Equity in Tech Fund (T-GET), representing a $50 million commitment designed to support organizations changing the technology ecosystem by increasing access, inclusion, representation, and parity for women, girls, and other non-male individuals. The foundation describes T-GET as "building a cohort of disruptive, visionary leaders and organizations across the tech ecosystem from cradle to CEO."

Funding Priorities

Grant Programs

Gender Equity in Tech Fund (T-GET): $50 million multi-year commitment

  • Focus: Organizations advancing gender equity across the technology sector
  • Approach: Building a cohort of leaders from "cradle to CEO"
  • Recipients include nonprofits working on education, entrepreneurship, and career advancement for women in tech

The Accelerate(HER) Fund: $1 million commitment (partnership program)

  • Administered through Hello Alice and the Global Entrepreneurship Network
  • Grants: $10,000 - $50,000
  • Focus: Women entrepreneurs building breakthrough technologies or tech-enabled companies
  • Note: This was a specific initiative launched in 2022; check with Hello Alice for current availability

General Grantmaking: $15.3 million annually

  • Grant range: $50,000 - $2,000,000
  • Median grant: $450,000
  • Number of grants: 10-23 grants annually
  • Application method: Invitation only

Priority Areas

Based on documented grant recipients and program focus, Tiger Global Impact Ventures prioritizes:

Technology for Social Good

  • Organizations using technology in disruptive or innovative ways to address social challenges
  • Social entrepreneurs leveraging tech platforms for impact
  • Technology-enabled solutions to systemic problems

Gender Equity in Technology

  • Organizations increasing access to technology careers for women and girls
  • Programs supporting women tech entrepreneurs
  • Initiatives promoting representation and parity in the tech ecosystem
  • Career advancement programs for women in technology-related fields (sales, marketing, revenue operations)

Education and Youth Development

  • Technology-focused education programs
  • STEM education for underrepresented groups
  • Programs bridging educational gaps using technology

Community Development

  • Initiatives addressing inequality and poverty through technology
  • Early-stage nonprofits with innovative, scalable models

What They Don't Fund

While specific exclusions are not publicly documented, the foundation's focus on technology-driven solutions suggests limited funding for:

  • Traditional service delivery without technological innovation
  • Organizations outside the U.S.
  • Projects unrelated to technology or gender equity
  • Organizations without demonstrated scalability or disruptive potential

Governance and Leadership

Charles P. Coleman III (Chase Coleman) - Founder, Director, and President

  • Founder and Managing Partner of Tiger Global Management
  • Estimated net worth: $8.5 billion (2023)
  • Also serves as Founder of Coleman Family Ventures (separate impact-focused organization)
  • Former Chairman and current Board member of Tiger Foundation (separate entity founded by Julian Robertson)
  • Board of Trustees member at Hospital for Special Surgery (co-chairs Investment Committee)

Eric Lane - Chief Operating Officer

  • Manages operational aspects of the foundation

Richard Fortunato - Secretary

  • Handles administrative and governance functions

Compensation: All officers serve in volunteer capacities without compensation from the foundation.

Note on Leadership Philosophy: In formalizing Tiger Global Impact Ventures in 2021, Chase Coleman stated the $220 million initial commitment reflected the firm's "dedication to social responsibility." The foundation's creation represents an evolution from ad hoc giving to a structured philanthropic approach aligned with Tiger Global Management's technology investment expertise.

Application Process & Timeline

How to Apply

Tiger Global Impact Ventures does not have a public application process. The foundation does not accept unsolicited applications.

How Grants Are Awarded: Grants appear to be made through:

  • Trustee discretion and initiative identification by foundation leadership
  • Strategic partnerships with intermediary organizations (e.g., Hello Alice for the Accelerate(HER) Fund)
  • Relationships within the Tiger Global Management network and technology ecosystem
  • Invitation-based opportunities for organizations identified by the foundation

Partnership Programs: The foundation occasionally creates specific initiatives administered through partner organizations that may have their own application processes (such as the Accelerate(HER) Fund through Hello Alice). These represent the primary pathway for organizations to access funding.

Getting on Their Radar

While Tiger Global Impact Ventures does not accept unsolicited applications, organizations working in their priority areas may consider:

Strategic Partnership Routes

  • Hello Alice: The foundation has partnered with Hello Alice to administer programs like the Accelerate(HER) Fund and Tech x Women Boost Camp. Organizations and entrepreneurs in the gender equity/tech space should monitor Hello Alice's grant programs for Tiger Global-sponsored opportunities.
  • Global Entrepreneurship Network: Co-partner on the Accelerate(HER) Fund; may offer connection points for relevant initiatives.

Technology Ecosystem Engagement

  • The foundation is connected to Tiger Global Management's extensive technology investment network. Organizations supported by or connected to Tiger Global's portfolio companies may have increased visibility.
  • Organizations receiving recognition within the technology sector for innovative approaches to social problems align with the foundation's stated mission of finding "disruptive" solutions.

Gender Equity in Tech Community

  • Organizations already working in the gender equity in technology space and connected to networks focused on women in STEM, women entrepreneurs, or women in technology careers appear well-represented in the foundation's grantmaking.
  • Notable recipients include All Raise (venture capital diversity), Techbridge Girls (STEM education), and Women in Revenue (career advancement).

Decision Timeline

Not publicly disclosed. Given the invitation-only model, timelines likely vary based on relationship development and strategic initiative timing.

Success Rates

Not applicable for unsolicited applications. The foundation made between 10-23 grants annually based on recent filings (2021-2023).

Reapplication Policy

Not applicable given the lack of public application process.

Application Success Factors

For Partnership Program Opportunities

Organizations should monitor programs administered by Tiger Global Impact Ventures' partners (particularly Hello Alice) and ensure applications to those programs emphasize:

Technology as a Core Driver

  • The foundation's mission explicitly focuses on "using technology in disruptive ways for social good"
  • Demonstrate how technology is central to your model, not just a tool
  • Emphasize innovation, scalability, and potential for systems-level change

Gender Equity Focus

  • The $50 million T-GET fund represents the foundation's largest commitment
  • Organizations advancing women and girls in technology have clear alignment
  • Recent recipients span the pipeline from education (Techbridge Girls) to entrepreneurship (All Raise) to career advancement (Women in Revenue)

Measurable Impact and Scalability

  • As the philanthropic arm of a major investment firm, the foundation likely values metrics-driven approaches
  • Early-stage organizations with high growth potential appear to be of interest
  • The foundation describes seeking "disruptive, visionary leaders and organizations"

Understanding the Foundation's Perspective

Investment Firm Mindset: Founded by a prominent venture capital/growth equity investor, the foundation likely applies investment thinking to philanthropy:

  • Potential for outsized impact relative to grant size
  • Organizations with clear theory of change and execution capabilities
  • Leadership teams with relevant expertise and track record

Recent Grant Examples (2023):

  • Last Mile Education Fund: $2,000,000 (largest grant)
  • Techbridge Girls: $1,750,000 (STEM education for girls)
  • All Raise: $1,600,000 (supporting female founders and investors)
  • Tides Foundation: $1,000,000 (likely for specific programs or regranting)
  • American Association for the Advancement of Science: $891,000 (STEMM representation initiatives)

These grants demonstrate preference for established organizations with proven models (not startups), national or broad reach, and strong alignment with technology and/or gender equity priorities.

Key Takeaways for Grant Writers

  • No direct application process exists: Focus efforts on partnership programs administered by organizations like Hello Alice, or on building visibility within the technology and gender equity ecosystems where foundation leaders operate.

  • Technology + gender equity is the sweet spot: The $50 million T-GET commitment dwarfs other initiatives. Organizations working at the intersection of technology and advancing women/girls have the strongest alignment.

  • Think "disruptive" and scalable: The foundation explicitly seeks organizations using technology "in disruptive ways" and appears to favor models with potential for significant, systems-level impact rather than traditional service delivery.

  • Partnership programs are your pathway: Monitor Hello Alice and other foundation partners for Tiger Global-sponsored opportunities. The Accelerate(HER) Fund model demonstrates the foundation's willingness to create accessible programs through trusted intermediaries.

  • Six-figure to seven-figure grants: With a median grant of $450,000 and a range of $50,000-$2,000,000, this foundation makes substantial commitments to a small number of organizations (10-23 annually). Prepare accordingly if an opportunity arises.

  • Established organizations preferred: Recent grant recipients are primarily established nonprofits with track records, not emerging groups. The foundation seeks proven organizations ready to scale impact.

  • Leverage the Tiger Global network: While not a guarantee, organizations connected to Tiger Global Management's investment portfolio or broader network may have increased visibility to foundation leadership.

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