Winter Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Winter Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Atlanta, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $22,543 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $750 and the largest $5,000. 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$22,543
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$750
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$250,279
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2025 was down from $27,185 the year before.
53% of its 2025 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 | $27,533 | 29 | $299,334 |
| 2024 | $27,185 | 25 | $274,117 |
| 2025 | $22,543 | 22 | $250,279 |
How to apply
Winter 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 Winter Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 14 | $17,018 |
| New York | 1 | $1,800 |
| South Carolina | 2 | $1,500 |
| Texas | 2 | $1,250 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $750 |
| Virginia | 1 | $125 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chabad of Cobb | Religious | $5,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Atlant | Religious | $2,743 |
| The Epstein School | Community service | $1,800 |
| The Miryam Institute | Community service | $1,800 |
| Individual | Community service | $1,500 |
| Individual | Religious | $1,000 |
| HBN Foundation | Community service | $1,000 |
| The Swift School | Community service | $1,000 |
| Berh Shalom Synagogue | Religious | $750 |
| Individual | Religious | $750 |
| Temple Beth Torah | Religious | $750 |
| Tree of Life Congregation | Community service | $750 |
| Adas Yeshurun Synagogue | Religious | $600 |
| Chabad of Augusta | Religious | $600 |
| Jewish Congregation of Blue Ridge | Religious | $600 |
| Chabad of Rural Georgia | Religious | $500 |
| Hebrew Order of David Foundation | Religious | $500 |
| The Torah Center of Atlanta | Religious | $360 |
| Hod Lodge | Religious | $240 |
| Marine Toys for Tots Foundation | Community service | $125 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospita | Community service | $100 |
| Fannin Couny Fire Department | Community service | $75 |
Officers and trustees
- Wayne Lazarus
- Joanna Rothstein
- Zachary Lazarus
- Josh Rothstein
- Jeremy Lazarus
Questions people ask
Does Winter Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Winter Foundation Inc give?
$22,543 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $750.
Who runs Winter Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Wayne Lazarus (President), Joanna Rothstein (Secretary), Zachary Lazarus (Director) and Josh Rothstein (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Winter Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and community development.