The Irwin and Ginny Edlavitch Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Irwin and Ginny Edlavitch Foundation Inc is a private foundation in West Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $950,500 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 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$950,500
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2025 was up from $344,900 the year before.
32% 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 | $526,200 | 17 | $3.9 million |
| 2024 | $344,900 | 18 | $4.1 million |
| 2025 | $950,500 | 19 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
The Irwin and Ginny Edlavitch Foundation 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 The Irwin and Ginny Edlavitch Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 6 | $567,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $250,000 |
| Florida | 8 | $82,500 |
| Maryland | 4 | $50,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Hebrew Congregation | General | $500,000 |
| National Jewish Health | General | $250,000 |
| Edlavitch DC Jewish Community Center | General | $35,000 |
| Kravis Center for the Performing Arts | General | $25,000 |
| National Gallery of Art | General | $25,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Washington | General | $20,000 |
| Town of Palm Beach United Way | General | $13,500 |
| Anti-Defamation League | General | $10,000 |
| Morselife Foundation Inc | General | $10,000 |
| Norton Contemporary Modern Art | General | $10,000 |
| Sibley Memorial Hospital | General | $10,000 |
| The Society of the Four Arts | General | $10,000 |
| Capital Jewish Museum | General | $7,500 |
| American Friends for Magen David Adom | General | $7,200 |
| Charles E Smith Life Communities | General | $5,000 |
| Norton Musuem of Art | General | $5,000 |
| Spur Local | General | $5,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Palm Beach | General | $1,800 |
| Makom | General | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Irwin P Edlavitch
- Ginny S Edlavitch
Questions people ask
Does The Irwin and Ginny Edlavitch Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Irwin and Ginny Edlavitch Foundation Inc give?
$950,500 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Irwin and Ginny Edlavitch Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Irwin P Edlavitch (President/Director) and Ginny S Edlavitch (Secretary/Director).
What does The Irwin and Ginny Edlavitch Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and arts and culture.