Amy and Michael McCaffery Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Amy and Michael McCaffery Foundation is a private foundation in Purchase, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $725,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$725,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$16.8 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $700,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $550,000 | 3 | $13.7 million |
| 2024 | $700,000 | 6 | $15.4 million |
| 2025 | $725,000 | 5 | $16.8 million |
How to apply
Amy and Michael McCaffery 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 Amy and Michael McCaffery Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $625,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rye Country Day School | General support | $300,000 |
| Skidmore College | General support | $200,000 |
| Carver Center | General support | $100,000 |
| Eagle Hill School | General support | $100,000 |
| Rye Free Reading Room | General support | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Amy McCaffery
- Edgar Wachenheim III
Questions people ask
Does Amy and Michael McCaffery Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Amy and Michael McCaffery Foundation give?
$725,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Amy and Michael McCaffery Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Amy McCaffery (Trustee) and Edgar Wachenheim III (Trustee).
What does Amy and Michael McCaffery Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.