E&w G Foundation
Preselected recipients only
E&w G Foundation is a private foundation in North Tonawanda, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $647,300 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $117,000. 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$647,300
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$117,000
- Assets$13.5 million
- New grantees74%
Giving in 2025 was up from $495,038 the year before.
74% 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 | $609,299 | 29 | $11.8 million |
| 2024 | $495,038 | 25 | $12.4 million |
| 2025 | $647,300 | 27 | $13.5 million |
How to apply
E&w G 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 E&w G Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 18 | $502,300 |
| New Hampshire | 3 | $50,000 |
| Kentucky | 3 | $49,300 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,700 |
| Montana | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kenan Center Inc | New campus comfort suite at new civic center/arena - year 2 of 3 | $117,000 |
| Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper | Education and water monitoring programs at satellite office - year 3 of 3 | $85,000 |
| FEED716 Inc | Food, food safety equipment | $40,000 |
| Hopebound Ministries Inc | Produce, meat, grains. Sneakers for underserved children | $30,000 |
| Saving Grace Outreach | New flooring, windows | $30,000 |
| Family Promise of Western New York | Toward family shelter permanent home | $25,000 |
| Heart Love & Soul | Food for meals and food pantry | $25,000 |
| Wellspring Ministries of Allegany County | Food, repairs to building, parking lot | $25,000 |
| Our Neighbors' Table | Fresh produce, meat, dairy for needy | $25,000 |
| Buffalo Museum of Science | New exhibit - science stadium | $20,000 |
| Cotton Valley Trail Committee Inc | New utility shed, equipment | $20,000 |
| North Tonawanda Dept of Youth Parks and Recreation | Purchase 32 adirondack chairs for public parks | $20,000 |
| Buffalo Suzuki Strings Inc | Reconstruction of building exterior, north elevation | $20,000 |
| David's House | Commercial washers (4) and dryers (4) | $20,000 |
| Harrison County Band Association | Musical instruments | $20,000 |
| Lewis County Humane Society | Fencing, gates for dog yard | $20,000 |
| Net Positive Inc | Tools, safety equipment for workforce development training | $20,000 |
| Read to Succeed Buffalo | Print "reading a -z" books, purchase literacy tools for 14 preschool classrooms | $20,000 |
| St Mary School | Playground equipment, surface, games | $20,000 |
| Winchester Police Department | Obtain, train police therapy dog | $10,700 |
| Casting for Recovery Inc | Retreat supplies, meals for cancer survivors | $10,000 |
| Cheshire Children's Museum | New exhibit upgrades and maintenance | $10,000 |
| First Baptist Church Food Pantry | Utility carts, storage/shelving | $9,300 |
| SPCA Serving Erie County | Two refrigerators and 5 coolers | $5,000 |
| Buffalo City Mission | Donation | $100 |
| Feed More Wny Foundation | Donation | $100 |
| Niagara Falls Boys & Girls Club | Donation | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Warren Greatbatch
- John Siegel
- Ami Greatbatch
- Kenneth Dulian
- David Pierce MD
- Michele Schmidt
- Cheryl Jankowski
- James Chadbourne
Questions people ask
Does E&w G Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does E&w G Foundation give?
$647,300 in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs E&w G Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Warren Greatbatch (Director/Vp), John Siegel (Director/Secretary), Ami Greatbatch (Director/President) and Kenneth Dulian (Exec. Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does E&w G Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, education and food and hunger.