The John and Wendy Neu Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The John and Wendy Neu Foundation is a private foundation in Kearny, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.4 million in 18 grants; the typical grant was $70,000 and the largest $700,000. 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$2.4 million
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$70,000
- Largest grant$700,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.6 million 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.6 million | 18 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $2.4 million | 18 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
The John and Wendy Neu Foundation 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 John and Wendy Neu Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 2 | $800,000 |
| New York | 6 | $780,000 |
| New Jersey | 7 | $457,250 |
| California | 1 | $250,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Peta | Donation to establish and protect the rights of all animals | $700,000 |
| Brennan Center for Justice | Donation to reform,revitalize, and support the laws and to help fight democracy and justice | $400,000 |
| Companion Animal Placement | Donation to help rescue and place homeless companion animals in loving homes | $302,000 |
| Altasea at the Port of Los Angeles | Charitable | $250,000 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) | Charitable | $200,000 |
| Nynj Baykeeper | Donation to help conserve and restore the hudson raritan estuary | $100,000 |
| PBS Newshour (Weta) | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Trustees of Columbia University | Donation to provide staffing of quarterly board meetings, annual board meetings, and orientation of new trustees | $100,000 |
| Conservation Law Foundation | Clf protects new england's environment for the benefit of all people | $90,000 |
| Animal Haven | Donation to provide homes and abandoned cats and dogs throughout the tri-state area | $50,000 |
| Liberty Humane Society | Community of compassion and respect and provide animals in need with a chance at a life long living home | $20,000 |
| The Wild Bird Fund | To prove medical care and rehabilitate distressed wildlife animals | $20,000 |
| Hackensack Riverkeeper | To help local, state,and federal agencies identify sources of pollution | $15,000 |
| Democracy Now | Donation to produce a daily, global,independent news hour | $10,000 |
| Dogs and Cats of Antigua | Charitable | $10,000 |
| NJ PBS | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Skylands | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Nynj Baykeeper | Contribution to mitigate costs for upcoming kpip event | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Wendy K Neu
- Peter Kelman
- Steve Nislick
- Jacqueline Kelman Bisbee
Questions people ask
Does The John and Wendy Neu Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The John and Wendy Neu Foundation give?
$2.4 million in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $70,000.
Who runs The John and Wendy Neu Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Wendy K Neu (President/Director), Peter Kelman (Treasurer/Director), Steve Nislick (Secretary/Director) and Jacqueline Kelman Bisbee (Vice President/Director).
What does The John and Wendy Neu Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, arts and culture and environment and conservation.