Norman Winer Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Norman Winer Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Chevy Chase, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $135,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$135,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was up from $120,000 the year before.
14% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $120,000 | 7 | $3.0 million |
| 2024 | $135,000 | 7 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
Norman Winer Charitable Trust 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 Norman Winer Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New Mexico.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Mexico | 5 | $95,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Espanola Valley Humane Society | Feed, Adopt and Care of Animals | $60,000 |
| Anti Vivsection Society | Focused on ending the use of animals in research. | $20,000 |
| Sunkissed Acres Horse Rescue and Retirement | Rescue and Adoption of Horses | $20,000 |
| Freinds of Roswell Animals | Saves adoptable dogs and cats by assisting rescue groups | $10,000 |
| Roots Animal Sanctuary | Provide shelter for abandoned and abused animals | $10,000 |
| The Horse Shelter | Rescue and Adoption of Horses | $10,000 |
| Animal Protection of New Mexico | Feed, Adopt and Care of Animals | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Cynthia Finn
- Jennifer Rios
- Wilhelmina Bandler
Questions people ask
Does Norman Winer Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Norman Winer Charitable Trust give?
$135,000 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Norman Winer Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Cynthia Finn (Trustee), Jennifer Rios (Trustee) and Wilhelmina Bandler (Trustee).
What does Norman Winer Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals and housing and homelessness.