Dreitzer Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Dreitzer Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.2 million in 18 grants; the typical grant was $62,500 and the largest $165,000. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$62,500
- Largest grant$165,000
- Assets$10.6 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.4 million the year before.
11% 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 | $835,000 | 18 | $10.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 17 | $10.7 million |
| 2025 | $1.2 million | 18 | $10.6 million |
How to apply
Dreitzer Foundation Inc 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 Dreitzer Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 11 | $610,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $270,000 |
| California | 2 | $190,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $110,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ethics in Education Network Inc | Advancing primary and secondary education | $165,000 |
| New Roots Institute | Strengthing the collective movement to end factory farming by empowering the next generation with knowledge and training | $120,000 |
| Ny Common Pantry | Reduce hunger and promotes dignity, health & self-sufficiency. | $120,000 |
| Feminist Majority Foundation | Furthering equality; promoting non-violence, justice, peace and economic development; enhancing feminist leadership; promoting learning and research for the furtherance of feminist ideas and studies; and providing education and training for feminist activists. | $105,000 |
| Equality Now | Ending violence and discrimination against women and girls around the world. | $100,000 |
| Iso at Third Street | To provide opportunities for public and independent school children to play orchestral and chamber music | $75,000 |
| Camp Vacamus | Provide quality after-school and camp programs in safe and fun-learning environments for youth. | $70,000 |
| Fistula Foundation | Medical education and research | $70,000 |
| Innocence Project | Assist prisoners who could be proven innocent through dna testing | $65,000 |
| Brotherhoodsister Sol | Comprehensive, holistic and long-term support services to youth who range in age from eight to twenty-two. | $60,000 |
| Jasa | Improve the quality of life of older new yorkers | $60,000 |
| Calvary Hospital | Providing palliative care for adult advanced cancer patients in the united states | $40,000 |
| Institute for Humane Education | Promotes improvement to education | $40,000 |
| Northern New Jersey Sanctuary Coalition | Aids refugees | $40,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Greater Ny | Reproductive health care, innovative educational programs, and effective advocacy | $30,000 |
| Ethical Culture Fieldston | Education enrichment programs including after school, summer and specialized programs | $25,000 |
| Lawyers Alliance for New York | Global democracy education | $25,000 |
| Chips Food Pantry | Reduce hunger and promotes dignity, health & self-sufficiency. | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Miles Halpern Laff
- Austin Halpern Laff
- James F Kelly
- Diane Wallach
- Jessalyn Gore
- Gillian Gore
- Alan D Seget
Questions people ask
Does Dreitzer Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dreitzer Foundation Inc give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $62,500.
Who runs Dreitzer Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Miles Halpern Laff (Director), Austin Halpern Laff (Director), James F Kelly (Secretary, Counsel) and Diane Wallach (Treasurer) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Dreitzer Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and health.