Curtis Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Curtis Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $235,750 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $55,000. 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$235,750
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$55,000
- Assets$390,408
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2024 was down from $735,750 the year before.
26% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $163,250 | 25 | $333,821 |
| 2023 | $735,750 | 30 | $326,234 |
| 2024 | $235,750 | 23 | $390,408 |
How to apply
Curtis 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 Curtis Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 9 | $121,250 |
| California | 3 | $70,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $22,500 |
| Florida | 8 | $17,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Birthright Israel Foundation | General | $55,000 |
| Harbor House | General | $55,000 |
| Anti-Defamation League | General | $50,000 |
| Ventura Charter School | General | $13,500 |
| The Washington Institute for Near East Policy | General | $12,500 |
| Brookings Institute | General | $10,000 |
| The Society of the Four Arts | General | $10,000 |
| Design Trust for Public Space | General | $5,000 |
| Rocking the Boat | General | $5,000 |
| Ryan Licht Sang Bipolar Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Forces | General | $2,500 |
| Palm Beach Country Club Foundation | General | $2,000 |
| The Church of the Epiphany | General | $1,500 |
| American Civil Liberties Union | General | $1,000 |
| Israel Cancer Association USA | General | $1,000 |
| Northwell Health Foundation | General | $1,000 |
| Rehabilitation Center for Children and Adults | General | $1,000 |
| The Legal Aid Society | General | $1,000 |
| Town of Palm Beach United Way | General | $1,000 |
| Raymond F Kravis Center for the Performing Arts | General | $1,000 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | General | $750 |
| Palm Beach Civic Association | General | $500 |
| South Florida Pba | General | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Alan Curtis
- Christine W Curtis
- Linda Curtis
- Roberta Curtis
- Mark Ginsberg
- Bryan Curtis
Questions people ask
Does Curtis Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Curtis Family Foundation give?
$235,750 in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Curtis Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Alan Curtis (President), Christine W Curtis (Secy & Treas), Linda Curtis (Director) and Roberta Curtis (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Curtis Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and health.