Willowitz Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Willowitz Foundation is a private foundation in West Simsbury, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $2,561 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $75 and the largest $1,000. 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$2,561
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$75
- Largest grant$1,000
- Assets$40,899
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2,442 the year before.
57% 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 | $2,442 | 8 | $41,575 |
| 2024 | $2,561 | 14 | $40,899 |
How to apply
Willowitz 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 Willowitz Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $1,200 |
| Connecticut | 5 | $411 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $350 |
| California | 1 | $250 |
| Alabama | 1 | $200 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $100 |
| Virginia | 1 | $50 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colgate University | Donation | $1,000 |
| Mary's Kitty Cornerinc | Donation | $350 |
| Seva Foundation | Donation | $250 |
| CT Food Share | Donation | $211 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | Donation | $200 |
| Heifer International | Donation | $100 |
| ACLU | Donation | $100 |
| DRS Without Borders | Donation | $50 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Donation | $50 |
| Smile Train | Donation | $50 |
| Planned Parenthood | Donation | $50 |
| Simsbury Volunteer Fire Dept | Donation | $50 |
| Farmington River Watershed Association | Donation | $50 |
| Simsbury Volunteer Ambulance Association | Donation | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul Horowitz
- Nancy Horowitz
Questions people ask
Does Willowitz Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Willowitz Foundation give?
$2,561 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $75.
Who runs Willowitz Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Paul Horowitz (Trustee) and Nancy Horowitz (Trustee).
What does Willowitz Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development and environment and conservation.