HQ Function

Serves as the central administrative and operational hub for the Foundation's grant-making activities, strategic planning, research, and programmatic development across all its focus areas.

Notable Features:

Located in a distinctive Neo-Federal style townhouse, designed by Walker & Gillette and built 1916-1917. The building is a New York City designated landmark.

Work Culture:

Characterized by a mission-driven, intellectual, and collaborative environment. Employees are typically passionate about the arts, humanities, and social justice, working to support impactful projects and institutions.

HQ Significance:

The headquarters is the nexus of the Foundation's extensive philanthropic efforts, from which billions of dollars in grants have been directed to shape and support the cultural and educational landscape of the US and, selectively, internationally.

Values Reflected in HQ: The choice of a historically significant and carefully preserved building reflects the Foundation's commitment to heritage, an appreciation for enduring quality, and a considered, stable approach to its philanthropic mission.

Location:

While the Mellon Foundation's primary focus is on institutions and initiatives within the United States, it supports programs and scholarship with a global reach. This includes funding for international collaborations, the preservation of global cultural heritage, and scholarly communications that transcend national borders, often through US-based institutions with international programs or, occasionally, direct support to international entities.

Street Address:

140 East 62nd Street

City:

New York

State/Province:

NY

Country:

USA