The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation
The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation is a private foundation in Washington, District of Columbia. In tax year 2024 it gave $23.1 million in 451 grants; the typical grant was $35,000 and the largest $1.2 million. Its filing does not say whether it accepts applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$23.1 million
- Number of grants451
- Typical grant$35,000
- Largest grant$1.2 million
- Assets$781 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2024 was up from $22.6 million the year before.
32% of its 2024 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 | $22.6 million | 432 | $831 million |
| 2024 | $23.1 million | 451 | $781 million |
How to apply
The filing gives no application details. Check the foundation's website before you apply.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 292 | $16.4 million |
| Maryland | 97 | $4.5 million |
| Virginia | 55 | $2.6 million |
| New York | 4 | $135,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $65,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Smithsonian Institution | Arts and humanities | $1.2 million |
| Weta | Arts and humanities | $681,000 |
| Dreaming Out Loud Inc | Envrionment | $560,000 |
| Blair House Restoration Fund | Community services | $500,000 |
| John F Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts | Arts and humanities | $475,000 |
| National Gallery of Art | Arts and humanities | $332,500 |
| Rock Creek Conservancy Inc | Envrionment | $275,000 |
| Education Forward DC | Education | $250,000 |
| Manna Inc | Community services | $250,000 |
| Washington Area Women's Foundation | Community services | $250,000 |
| Capital Area Food Bank | Health | $237,500 |
| Building Bridges Across the River | Community services | $225,000 |
| Greater Washington Community Foundation | Community services | $225,000 |
| Signature Theatre Inc | Arts and humanities | $220,000 |
| Identity Inc | Community services | $200,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington DC | Health | $200,000 |
| Washington Latin Public Charter School | Education | $200,000 |
| Lutheran Social Services of the National Capital Area Inc | Community services | $182,500 |
| Calvary Women's Services | Community services | $170,000 |
| Lisc DC | Community services | $150,000 |
| Montgomery Housing Partnership | Community services | $150,000 |
| Capital Area Immigrants' Rights Coalition | Community services | $130,000 |
| Enterprise Community Partners Inc | Community services | $130,000 |
| Edlavitch Jewish Community Center of Washington DC | Community services | $125,000 |
| See Forevermaya Angelou Public Charter School | Education | $125,000 |
| Mary House Inc | Community services | $120,000 |
| Sitar Arts Center | Arts and humanities | $120,000 |
| Fair Chance | Community services | $115,000 |
| Wendt Center for Loss and Healing | Health | $115,000 |
| Academy of Hope Adult Public Charter School | Education | $112,500 |
| George Washington University | Community services | $110,000 |
| The Washington Ballet | Arts and humanities | $110,000 |
| Recovery Cafe DC | Health | $105,000 |
| Center City Public Charter Schools | Education | $100,000 |
| DC Public Education Fund | Education | $100,000 |
| Mamatoto Village Inc | Health | $100,000 |
| Rocketship Education DC Inc | Education | $100,000 |
| Urban Teacher Center Inc | Education | $100,000 |
| Washington Yu Ying Public Charter School | Education | $100,000 |
| Casa Inc | Community services | $90,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jane Lipton Cafritz
- John E Chapoton
- Dorothy Kosinski
- Nazir Ahmad
- Patricia McGuire
- Susan Blumenthal
- Eric Motley
- Anthony W Cafritz
- Elliot S Cafritz
- Constance A Morella
- Elizabeth M Peltekain
- Whayne Quin
Questions people ask
Does The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation accept grant applications?
Its filing does not say. Contact the foundation before applying.
How much does The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation give?
$23.1 million in tax year 2024, across 451 grants, with a typical grant of $35,000.
Who runs The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jane Lipton Cafritz (Chairman, Ceo, & President), John E Chapoton (Vice Chairman & Treasurer), Dorothy Kosinski (Director) and Nazir Ahmad (Director) among 12 officers and trustees.
What does The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and health.