The Booth Ferris Foundation, established in 1957 by Willis H. Booth and his wife, Chancie Ferris Booth, aims to contribute to various charitable purposes. Since its inception, the Foundation has donated approximately $281 million to deserving organizations across different sectors.
The K-12 Education Program offers capacity-building support specifically for organizations that work directly with or on behalf of district public schools within the New York City school system. Eligible organizations must maintain an annual budget over $1 million. The primary goal is to strengthen the capabilities of these organizations to enhance their impact on K-12 education in New York City.