Norwitt Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Norwitt Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in West Hartford, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.8 million in 4 grants; the typical grant was $235,000 and the largest $1.3 million. 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$1.8 million
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$235,000
- Largest grant$1.3 million
- Assets$58.0 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $592,500 the year before.
25% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $250,000 | 4 | $20.9 million |
| 2024 | $592,500 | 9 | $32.1 million |
| 2025 | $1.8 million | 4 | $58.0 million |
How to apply
Norwitt Family Charitable 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 Norwitt Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 2 | $1.4 million |
| Connecticut | 1 | $335,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgetown University | General purpose | $1.3 million |
| Center for Empowerment and Education Inc | General purpose | $335,000 |
| White House Historical Association | General purpose | $135,000 |
| University of Chicago | General purpose | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Adam Norwitt
- Glori Joan Norwitt
Questions people ask
Does Norwitt Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Norwitt Family Charitable Foundation give?
$1.8 million in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $235,000.
Who runs Norwitt Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard Adam Norwitt (Trustee) and Glori Joan Norwitt (Trustee).
What does Norwitt Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.