Mellon Foundation
Philanthropic Fundraising ServicesNew York, United States501-1000 Employees
The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation is a philanthropic organization focused on the arts and humanities, based in New York City. Since 1969, its work has been guided by the belief that the humanities and arts are essential to human understanding. Through its activities, the foundation aims to foster just communities enriched by meaning and guided by critical thinking, where ideas and imagination can thrive. In May 2026 the foundation announced the election of two new trustees, Rashid Johnson and Nabiha Syed, expanding its Board of Trustees. The appointments reflect a continued emphasis on creative freedom and civic imagination in American public life. The organization operates in the philanthropic fundraising services space, supporting arts and humanities initiatives across the United States.