Adelson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Adelson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Katonah, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $804,628 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $4,354 and the largest $300,000. 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$804,628
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$4,354
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$4.7 million
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.1 million the year before.
58% of its 2024 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 | $1.1 million | 24 | $3.0 million |
| 2024 | $804,628 | 24 | $4.7 million |
How to apply
Adelson Family 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 Adelson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 14 | $702,793 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $43,000 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $14,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $12,591 |
| Maryland | 2 | $4,641 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,103 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Anti-Defamation League | To assist in the purpose of the charity | $300,000 |
| Cahn Fellows Programs Corporation | To assist in the purpose of the charity | $205,000 |
| Hastings Center | To assist in the purpose of the charity | $100,000 |
| UJA Federation of New York | To assist in the purpose of the charity | $50,300 |
| American Israel Democracy Coalition | To assist in the purpose of the charity | $25,000 |
| Mr C'S Baseball Foundation | To assist in the purpose of the charity | $25,000 |
| Penn Hillel | To assist in the purpose of the charity | $18,000 |
| Govern for America | To assist in the purpose of the charity | $15,000 |
| Carolyn Dorman Dance | To assist in the purpose of the charity | $12,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America Inc | To assist in the purpose of the charity | $10,163 |
| Link Education Partners | To assist in the purpose of the charity | $10,000 |
| Citymeals on Wheels | To assist in the purpose of the charity | $5,000 |
| Ramah Berkshires | To assist in the purpose of the charity | $3,708 |
| New Yorkers Against Gun Violence | To assist in the purpose of the charity | $3,622 |
| Hias | To assist in the purpose of the charity | $3,600 |
| Hillel International | To assist in the purpose of the charity | $2,591 |
| American Friends of Magen David Adom | To assist in the purpose of the charity | $2,500 |
| American Liver Foundation | To assist in the purpose of the charity | $2,500 |
| Atid Movement | To assist in the purpose of the charity | $2,500 |
| Jewish National Fund | To assist in the purpose of the charity | $2,500 |
| Livestrong Foundation | To assist in the purpose of the charity | $2,103 |
| Museum of Jewish Heritage | To assist in the purpose of the charity | $2,000 |
| American Friends of Nir Oz | To assist in the purpose of the charity | $1,041 |
| American Jewish Congress | To assist in the purpose of the charity | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Andrew Adelson
- Nancy Adelson
Questions people ask
Does Adelson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Adelson Family Foundation give?
$804,628 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $4,354.
Who runs Adelson Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Andrew Adelson (Trustee) and Nancy Adelson (Trustee).
What does Adelson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and faith communities.