The Mary Curtis Horowitz Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Mary Curtis Horowitz Foundation is a private foundation in Neshanic Station, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $46,250 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $6,000. 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$46,250
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$6,000
- Assets$11,269
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $29,250 the year before.
17% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $29,250 | 32 | $9,869 |
| 2025 | $46,250 | 29 | $11,269 |
How to apply
The Mary Curtis Horowitz 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 Mary Curtis Horowitz Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 8 | $20,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $9,000 |
| Illinois | 6 | $5,750 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $5,500 |
| Michigan | 3 | $1,500 |
| New York | 2 | $1,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bucknell University | Educational funding | $6,000 |
| West Ridge PTO | Social policy funding | $5,000 |
| Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County | Educational funding | $4,500 |
| Congregation Kehilat Shalom Adult Education | Educational funding | $3,000 |
| National Geographic Society | Environmental funding | $3,000 |
| Trenton Area Soup Kitchen | Social policy funding | $2,500 |
| Bergen County Coop Library System Inc | Educational funding | $2,000 |
| Nature Conservancy | Environmental funding | $2,000 |
| Chicago Public Library Foundation | Educational funding | $1,500 |
| Rennselaer Polytechnic Institute School of Architecture | Educational funding | $1,500 |
| Swarthmore College | Educational funding | $1,500 |
| Wildlife Conservation Society | Environmental funding | $1,500 |
| American Museum of Natural History | Educational funding | $1,000 |
| Ding Darling Wildlife Society | Environmental funding | $1,000 |
| Donorschoose | Educational funding | $1,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Social policy funding | $1,000 |
| Tri-Boro Food Pantry | Social policy funding | $1,000 |
| University of Chicago Divinity School | Educational funding | $1,000 |
| Cradles to Crayons | Social policy funding | $750 |
| Land Conservancy of West Michigan | Environmental funding | $750 |
| Lincoln Park Zoological Society | Educational funding | $750 |
| Sarah's Circle | Social policy funding | $750 |
| Central Park Conservancy | Environmental funding | $500 |
| Defenders of Wildlife | Environmental funding | $500 |
| First Book | Educational funding | $500 |
| Pier Cove Ravine Trust | Environmental funding | $500 |
| Student Conservation Association | Environmental funding | $500 |
| World Wildlife Fund | Social policy funding | $500 |
| Glen Post Office Museum | Educational funding | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary C Horowitz
- Margaret Schneiderman
- Benjamin Schneiderman
Questions people ask
Does The Mary Curtis Horowitz Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Mary Curtis Horowitz Foundation give?
$46,250 in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Mary Curtis Horowitz Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary C Horowitz (President/Trustee), Margaret Schneiderman (Treasury/Trustee) and Benjamin Schneiderman (Trustee).
What does The Mary Curtis Horowitz Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and food and hunger.