Blitzer Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Blitzer Family Foundation is a private foundation in Old Greenwich, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $5.2 million in 27 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$5.2 million
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$4.6 million
- New grantees78%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.1 million the year before.
78% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2.1 million | 8 | $5.0 million |
| 2024 | $5.2 million | 27 | $4.6 million |
How to apply
Blitzer Family 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 Blitzer Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 15 | $3.3 million |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $600,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $370,000 |
| California | 2 | $300,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $250,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $175,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $75,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dream Charter School - Harlem Rbi DBA Dream | Unrestricted | $1.0 million |
| United Jewish Appeal Foundation of Jewish Philanthropies of Ny Inc | Unrestricted | $750,000 |
| Foundation to Combat Anti Semitism Inc | Unrestricted | $500,000 |
| Riverdale Country School | Unrestricted | $300,000 |
| Lost Tribe | Unrestricted | $250,000 |
| The Birthright Israel Foundation | Unrestricted | $250,000 |
| Reut USA | Unrestricted | $200,000 |
| Maccabi World Union Inc (Maccabiah) | Unrestricted | $200,000 |
| The Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania | Unrestricted | $200,000 |
| Friends of United Hatzalah | Unrestricted | $192,000 |
| American Israel Education Foundation Aief | Unrestricted | $175,000 |
| Icahn School of Medicine | Unrestricted | $150,000 |
| Project Morry | Unrestricted | $145,000 |
| Philadelphia Youth Basketball Inc | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Greenlight Fund | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Challenged Athletes Inc | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Uncommon Schools Inc | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Metropolitan Oval Foundation Inc | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| United States Olympic and Paralympic Foundation | Unrestricted | $75,000 |
| Central Synagogue | Unrestricted | $72,000 |
| United States Soccer Champtions Circle | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Maccabi USA Inc | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Vahavta Jewish Inc | Unrestricted | $36,000 |
| Friends of Earl Monroe New Rennisance Basketball Charter School Inc | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| The University of Pennsylvania | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Young Talent Inc | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| University Contributions | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David S Blitzer
- Allison Blitzer
- Laurie Blitzer
Questions people ask
Does Blitzer Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Blitzer Family Foundation give?
$5.2 million in tax year 2024, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Blitzer Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David S Blitzer (President), Allison Blitzer (Treasurer) and Laurie Blitzer (Secretary).
What does Blitzer Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.