From public IRS filings
Foundation for the Defense of Democracies
WASHINGTON, DC · International Affairs
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Mission
Research institute focusing on foreign policy and national security- See Schedule O
Financials (IRS Form 990)
Total revenue
$32.5M
Total expenses
$30.9M
Total assets
$41.3M
Program expense ratio
74%
Source: IRS Form 990, tax year 2024.
Who funds Foundation for the Defense of Democracies
$85.5M in foundation grants on record from 167 funders — matched from IRS 990 grant line items. Some matches may be approximate.
| Funder | Total given | Grants |
|---|---|---|
| National Philanthropic Trust | $19.4M | 4 |
| Marcus Foundation | $16.3M | 3 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | $11.5M | 4 |
| Vanguard Charitable Endowment Program | $6.8M | 4 |
| Smith Richardson Foundation | $2.5M | 11 |
| Jewish Communal Fund | $1.8M | 4 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | $1.8M | 4 |
| Sarah Scaife Foundation | $1.3M | 3 |
| Snider Foundation | $1.1M | 3 |
| Koum Family Foundation | $1.1M | 4 |
Leadership
Clifford D May — President (Principal officer)
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