The Joseph H Wender Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Joseph H Wender Foundation is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $219,560 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $140,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$219,560
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$140,000
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $140,560 the year before.
50% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $194,000 | 11 | $2.4 million |
| 2023 | $140,560 | 7 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $219,560 | 8 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
The Joseph H Wender Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What The Joseph H Wender Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $180,060 |
| New York | 1 | $37,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles County Museum of Art | General purpose | $140,000 |
| The American Friends of the Centre Pompidou | General purpose | $37,500 |
| Wender Weis Foundation | General purpose | $25,000 |
| St Helena Hospital Foundation | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Stop the Void | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Pony Power Therapies | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Fibrolamellar Cancer Foundation | General purpose | $1,000 |
| PBS Socal | General purpose | $60 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph H Wender
- Ann Colgin Wender
- Jonathan L Cohen
Questions people ask
Does The Joseph H Wender Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Joseph H Wender Foundation give?
$219,560 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs The Joseph H Wender Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joseph H Wender (Trustee), Ann Colgin Wender (Trustee) and Jonathan L Cohen (Trustee).
What does The Joseph H Wender Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and health.