Wolfson Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Wolfson Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Wayland, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $35,967 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $1,900 and the largest $11,667. 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$35,967
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$1,900
- Largest grant$11,667
- Assets$903,370
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2024 was down from $48,046 the year before.
35% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $56,949 | 19 | $796,985 |
| 2023 | $48,046 | 17 | $874,023 |
| 2024 | $35,967 | 17 | $903,370 |
How to apply
Wolfson Family 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 Wolfson Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1 | $11,667 |
| Massachusetts | 4 | $5,400 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $3,667 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $3,500 |
| Vermont | 2 | $3,300 |
| New York | 2 | $2,900 |
| Missouri | 1 | $2,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $2,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $533 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Church in Austin | General fund | $11,667 |
| Beloved Asheville | General fund | $2,000 |
| Brace for Impact | General fund | $2,000 |
| Kundalini Yoga for Youth | General fund | $2,000 |
| Moses Brown School | General fund | $2,000 |
| The Dream Program | General fund | $2,000 |
| French Pickering Creeks Cons | General fund | $2,000 |
| Jewish Currents | General fund | $1,900 |
| Mass Audobon Society | General fund | $1,900 |
| Samantha's Purse | General fund | $1,667 |
| Camp Laucher | General fund | $1,500 |
| Bennington College | General fund | $1,300 |
| Boston Food Forest Coalition | General fund | $1,000 |
| Sanctuary at Crowfield Farm | General fund | $1,000 |
| Reach International Inc | General fund | $1,000 |
| Wilton Library | General fund | $533 |
| Friends of Heard Farm | General fund | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- James Wolfson
- Neal Wolfson
- Elizabeth Wolfson
- Samuel Wolfson
- Julia Gold
- Dana Wolfson
Questions people ask
Does Wolfson Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wolfson Family Foundation Inc give?
$35,967 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $1,900.
Who runs Wolfson Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists James Wolfson (President), Neal Wolfson (Trustee), Elizabeth Wolfson (Vice President) and Samuel Wolfson (Vice President) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Wolfson Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.