Graybeard Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Graybeard Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Cheektowaga, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $1,500 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $750 and the largest $1,000. 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$1,500
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$750
- Largest grant$1,000
- Assets$5,473
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $500 | 1 | $0 |
| 2024 | $1,000 | 1 | $0 |
| 2025 | $1,500 | 2 | $5,473 |
How to apply
Graybeard Charitable 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 Graybeard Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 1 | $1,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Wrestling Hall of Fame | George tragoslou thesz hall of fame | $1,000 |
| Negro Leagues Baseball Museum | Unrestricted | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas Dalton
- Laura Landers
- Ramona Schickling
- Chad Olson
- Thomas Cerasuolo
Questions people ask
Does Graybeard Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Graybeard Charitable Foundation give?
$1,500 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $750.
Who runs Graybeard Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas Dalton (President), Laura Landers (Vice President), Ramona Schickling (Secretarytreasurer) and Chad Olson (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Graybeard Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.