Bernard & Estelle Siegel Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bernard & Estelle Siegel Foundation is a private foundation in Williamsville, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $819,500 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $22,500 and the largest $150,000. 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$819,500
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$22,500
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$8.0 million
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2025 was up from $805,500 the year before.
5% 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 | $210,500 | 14 | $7.8 million |
| 2024 | $805,500 | 23 | $8.2 million |
| 2025 | $819,500 | 20 | $8.0 million |
How to apply
Bernard & Estelle Siegel 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 Bernard & Estelle Siegel Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 19 | $809,500 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Society of St Vincent de Paul | Unrestricted | $150,000 |
| Daemen University | Unrestricted | $108,000 |
| Feedmore Wny Foundation | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Buffalo area unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Jericho Road Community Health Ctr | Unrestricted | $75,000 |
| Friends of Night People Inc | Unrestricted | $60,000 |
| Goodwill of Western New York | Goodskills career builder progr | $50,000 |
| Wny Heroes Inc | Heroes bridge program | $50,000 |
| Northland Workforce Training Center | Academic advancement supp prog | $25,000 |
| Northland Workforce Training Center | Automotive technician program | $25,000 |
| Niagara SPCA | Unrestriced | $20,000 |
| Beyond Support Network | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Sleep in Heavenly Peace | Buffalo chapter unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Tunnels to Towers | Smart home program | $10,000 |
| Veterans Administration | Palliative care | $10,000 |
| Jewish Discovery Center | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| City Honors Foundation | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Bflo Transp Pierce-Arrow Musuem | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Chabad House of Buffalo | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Dog Tags New York | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Dean M Drew
- Christopher R Bechtel
- Joanne L Wasinger
Questions people ask
Does Bernard & Estelle Siegel Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bernard & Estelle Siegel Foundation give?
$819,500 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $22,500.
Who runs Bernard & Estelle Siegel Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Dean M Drew (Secretary), Christopher R Bechtel (Treasurer) and Joanne L Wasinger (President).
What does Bernard & Estelle Siegel Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, education and community development.