Jessie & Bernard Wolfson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jessie & Bernard Wolfson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Miami, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $120,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $107,500. 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$120,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$107,500
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $79,300 the year before.
50% 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 | $79,300 | 5 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $120,000 | 4 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
Jessie & Bernard Wolfson Family 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 Jessie & Bernard Wolfson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 1 | $107,500 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Greater Miami Jewish Federation | General purpose | $107,500 |
| Beloved Asheville | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Manna Food Bank Inc | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Congregation Knesset Israel | General purpose | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Scott Kaplan
- Steven D Brooks
- Jeffrey Levin
- Jacob Solomon
- Howard Wolfson
- Jessie Wolfson
Questions people ask
Does Jessie & Bernard Wolfson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jessie & Bernard Wolfson Family Foundation give?
$120,000 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Jessie & Bernard Wolfson Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Scott Kaplan (Secretary), Steven D Brooks (Board Member), Jeffrey Levin (Board Member) and Jacob Solomon (Board Member) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Jessie & Bernard Wolfson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.