David and Geri Epstein Private Foundation
Preselected recipients only
David and Geri Epstein Private Foundation is a private foundation in Westport, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.0 million in 15 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$33.8 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2024 was up from $995,000 the year before.
13% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $995,000 | 15 | $22.8 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 15 | $33.8 million |
How to apply
David and Geri Epstein Private 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 David and Geri Epstein Private Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 8 | $420,000 |
| New York | 1 | $250,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $125,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $100,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $50,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $50,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center | General support | $250,000 |
| Connecticut Children's Foundation | General support | $185,000 |
| University of Notre Dame | General support | $125,000 |
| Wake Forest University | General support | $100,000 |
| Achievement First Bridgeport Academy | General support | $50,000 |
| Birdies for Charity First Tee -Ct | General support | $50,000 |
| Folds of Honor Foundation | General support | $50,000 |
| Lafayette College-John Cooper | General support | $50,000 |
| Staples Tuition Grants | General support | $50,000 |
| Connecticut Science Center | General support | $25,000 |
| Horizons Bridgeport | General support | $25,000 |
| Levitt Pavilion | General support | $25,000 |
| There Goes My Hero Foundation | General support | $25,000 |
| Read to Grow | General support | $10,000 |
| Humanity for Freedom Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Hess
- Michael Connell
- Karen Hess
Questions people ask
Does David and Geri Epstein Private Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does David and Geri Epstein Private Foundation give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs David and Geri Epstein Private Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert Hess (Trustee), Michael Connell (Trustee) and Karen Hess (President).
What does David and Geri Epstein Private Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.