The Epstein Parton Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Epstein Parton Foundation is a private foundation in Boulder, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $29,759 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $1,050 and the largest $8,650. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$29,759
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$1,050
- Largest grant$8,650
- Assets$231,636
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was down from $37,873 the year before.
75% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $13,858 | 7 | $160,205 |
| 2024 | $37,873 | 8 | $201,401 |
| 2025 | $29,759 | 13 | $231,636 |
How to apply
The Epstein Parton 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 Epstein Parton Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $23,350 |
| Colorado | 3 | $3,130 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $2,030 |
| New York | 1 | $1,049 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Uc Berkeley | To support the uc berkeley library | $8,650 |
| Uc Berkeley | To support the college of chemistry | $6,000 |
| Uc Berkeley | To support the dept of chemical & biomolecular engineering | $4,000 |
| Uc Berkeley | To support the cal band and cal performances annual funds | $2,000 |
| Uc Berkeley | To support the bampfa, celtic studies, friends of the magnes & mark twain papers project funds | $2,000 |
| Rocky Mountain Equality | General support | $1,560 |
| American Friends of the Belgrade Philharmonic Orchestra Inc | General support | $1,050 |
| The Neurodiversity Alliance | General support | $1,049 |
| Harvard Hillel | To support jewish life on campus, in honor of paul h epstein | $1,030 |
| Harvard University Graduate School of Education | To support the library's vp discretionary fund, in honor of paul h epstein | $1,000 |
| Uc Berkeley | General support | $700 |
| Broomfield Fish | General support | $520 |
| American Chemical Society | To support the acs education program and c&en | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Garry I Parton
- Henry J Liebowitz
- Jeffrey A Horowitz
- David Leroy Parton
Questions people ask
Does The Epstein Parton Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Epstein Parton Foundation give?
$29,759 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $1,050.
Who runs The Epstein Parton Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Garry I Parton (President), Henry J Liebowitz (Member), Jeffrey A Horowitz (Member) and David Leroy Parton (Secy/Treasurer).
What does The Epstein Parton Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.