The William Louis-Dreyfus Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The William Louis-Dreyfus Foundation is a private foundation in Wilton, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 2 grants; the typical grant was $586,250 and the largest $1.2 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$586,250
- Largest grant$1.2 million
- Assets$26.4 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.5 million the year before.
0% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1.0 million | 1 | $30.9 million |
| 2023 | $1.5 million | 3 | $29.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 2 | $26.4 million |
How to apply
The William Louis-Dreyfus 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The William Louis-Dreyfus Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $1.2 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Harlem Children's Zone | Support of the organization | $1.2 million |
| New York Studio School | Support of the organization | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeff Gilman
- Julia Hall
- Phoebe Louis-Dreyfus
- Robert L Costello
- Vincent Cuono
- Patrick B Fenn
- Yoji Nimura
- Tom Wingertzahn
Questions people ask
Does The William Louis-Dreyfus Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The William Louis-Dreyfus Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $586,250.
Who runs The William Louis-Dreyfus Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jeff Gilman (President), Julia Hall (Director), Phoebe Louis-Dreyfus (Director) and Robert L Costello (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does The William Louis-Dreyfus Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and education.