CornellWeinstein Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
CornellWeinstein Family Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsford, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $236,900 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $8,300 and the largest $35,000. 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$236,900
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$8,300
- Largest grant$35,000
- Assets$3.6 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2025 was down from $245,050 the year before.
43% of its 2025 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 | $245,740 | 22 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $245,050 | 22 | $3.1 million |
| 2025 | $236,900 | 21 | $3.6 million |
How to apply
CornellWeinstein 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 CornellWeinstein Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 21 | $236,900 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Community Center | General fund | $35,000 |
| University of Rochester | General Fund | $35,000 |
| Jewish Community Federation Of Greater Rochester | General fund | $28,000 |
| CCSI Inc | General fund | $25,000 |
| RBTL | General fund | $16,700 |
| Willow Domestic Violence Center | General fund | $15,000 |
| Friends of the IDF | General fund | $10,000 |
| Rochester Prep Charter School | General fund | $10,000 |
| Temple Beth El | General fund | $10,000 |
| Hope Hall School | General fund | $8,300 |
| YMCA Of Greater Rochester | General fund | $8,300 |
| Light Of Israel | General fund | $5,000 |
| Monroe Community College Foundation | General fund | $5,000 |
| Emma's Torch | General fund | $5,000 |
| Friends of Canandaigua Lake | General fund | $5,000 |
| Rochester Rotary Sunshine Camp | General fund | $5,000 |
| MCC Theater | General Fund | $5,000 |
| Geva Theatre | General fund | $2,500 |
| Jewish Home Foundation | General fund | $1,500 |
| Child Advocacy Center of Greater Rochester | General fund | $1,000 |
| The PalmerHead-Strong Foundation Inc | General fund | $600 |
Officers and trustees
- Linda Cornell Weinstein
- David Cornell
- Sherwin Weinstein
- Olivia Cornell
- Joshua Weinstein
- Michael Cornell
Questions people ask
Does CornellWeinstein Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does CornellWeinstein Family Foundation give?
$236,900 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $8,300.
Who runs CornellWeinstein Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Linda Cornell Weinstein (Executive Director), David Cornell (Director), Sherwin Weinstein (Treasurer) and Olivia Cornell (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does CornellWeinstein Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.