The Wolf Family Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Wolf Family Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Lincoln, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $126,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $27,000. 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$126,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$27,000
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2025 was up from $114,600 the year before.
43% 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 | $127,375 | 20 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $114,600 | 14 | $2.7 million |
| 2025 | $126,000 | 14 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
The Wolf Family 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 The Wolf Family Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 5 | $45,000 |
| California | 4 | $42,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $18,000 |
| New York | 2 | $15,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Neads | Charitable operations | $27,000 |
| Georgetown University | Charitable operations | $18,000 |
| Los Angeles Regional Food Bank | Charitable operations | $15,000 |
| Heart of Los Angeles Youth Inc | Charitable operations | $12,000 |
| Aquarium of the Pacific | Charitable operations | $10,000 |
| Horological Society of New York | Charitable operations | $10,000 |
| Bennett Automotive Foundation | Charitable operations | $7,000 |
| American Clock and Watch Museum Inc | Charitable operations | $5,000 |
| Helene Fuld College of Nursing | Charitable operations | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts General Hospital | Charitable operations | $5,000 |
| National Brain Tumor Society | Charitable operations | $5,000 |
| Shalom Institute Camp and Conference Center | Charitable operations | $5,000 |
| Shriners Childrens Boston | Charitable operations | $1,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Charitable operations | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Julie A Wolf
- Scott Wolf
- Steven T Wolf
Questions people ask
Does The Wolf Family Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Wolf Family Charitable Trust give?
$126,000 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs The Wolf Family Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Julie A Wolf (Trustee), Scott Wolf (Trustee) and Steven T Wolf (Trustee).
What does The Wolf Family Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and health.