Penny Fischbach Cutler Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Penny Fischbach Cutler Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Ridgewood, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $46,962 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$46,962
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$676,190
- New grantees59%
Giving in 2025 was up from $17,900 the year before.
59% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $42,526 | 16 | $611,309 |
| 2023 | $10,982 | 6 | $680,633 |
| 2024 | $17,900 | 9 | $628,152 |
| 2025 | $46,962 | 17 | $676,190 |
How to apply
Penny Fischbach Cutler 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 Penny Fischbach Cutler Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 11 | $19,660 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $7,802 |
| Maryland | 1 | $7,500 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hadassah | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Central Hospital Foundation | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Brandeis University | Educational | $5,000 |
| Save the Children | Charitable | $5,000 |
| UCLA Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Temple Beth El | Religious | $2,802 |
| Breakthrough T1D | Charitable | $2,100 |
| Project ALS | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Saint Jude's Children Hospital | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Old Westbury Hebrew Congregation | Religious | $1,500 |
| Central Synagogue | Religious | $1,000 |
| Juvenile Diabetes Research Fdn | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Colel Chabad | Religious | $860 |
| ASPCA | Charitable | $500 |
| Dorot | Charitable | $500 |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Force | Charitable | $100 |
| Michael J Fox Fdn | Charitable | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Penny Cutler
- Jonathan Cutler
- Sara Cohen
- Lonnie Wollin
Questions people ask
Does Penny Fischbach Cutler Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Penny Fischbach Cutler Foundation Inc give?
$46,962 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Penny Fischbach Cutler Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Penny Cutler (Dir/Pres), Jonathan Cutler (Dir/Pres), Sara Cohen (Dir/Vp) and Lonnie Wollin (Secy/Treas).
What does Penny Fischbach Cutler Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and faith communities.