Dweck Philanthropies Inc
Preselected recipients only
Dweck Philanthropies Inc is a private foundation in Washington, District of Columbia. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 11 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2025 was up from $707,139 the year before.
18% 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 | $904,909 | 18 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $707,139 | 12 | $820,369 |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 11 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Dweck Philanthropies Inc 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 Dweck Philanthropies Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $575,000 |
| District of Columbia | 6 | $540,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $3,555 |
| Maryland | 2 | $3,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Trustees of Columbia University | Educational | $500,000 |
| Sitar Arts Center | Civic | $200,000 |
| Higher Achievement | Educational | $150,000 |
| Weizmann Institute | Civic | $75,000 |
| Sixth and I | Civic | $65,000 |
| Humane Rescue Alliance & Medical Center | Civic | $50,000 |
| Latin American Youth Center | Civic | $50,000 |
| Edlavitch DCJCC | Civic | $25,000 |
| Martha's Vineyard Hebrew Center | Civic | $3,555 |
| Charles E Smith Life | Health care | $2,500 |
| Friends of All Critters | Civic | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ralph S Dweck
- Frances R Dweck
Questions people ask
Does Dweck Philanthropies Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dweck Philanthropies Inc give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Dweck Philanthropies Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Ralph S Dweck (Director) and Frances R Dweck (Director).
What does Dweck Philanthropies Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, community development and health.