Helfgott-Renfroe Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Helfgott-Renfroe Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Delhi, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $151,000 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$151,000
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees12%
Giving in 2025 was down from $176,000 the year before.
12% 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 | $158,500 | 33 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $176,000 | 35 | $2.9 million |
| 2025 | $151,000 | 25 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
Helfgott-Renfroe 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 Helfgott-Renfroe Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 25 | $151,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi Fire Fighters & Ems | General | $40,000 |
| Heart of the Catskills Humane Soc | General | $15,000 |
| Abundant Life Church | General | $14,000 |
| Bassett Healthcare-O'Connor Hosp | General | $13,000 |
| Delaware Academy & CSD | Backpack program | $7,000 |
| Cooperative Extension of del Co | 4h camp | $5,000 |
| Delaware County Senior Council | General | $5,000 |
| Helios Care Catskill (Hospice) | Delhi residents | $5,000 |
| Town of Delhi | General | $5,000 |
| Village of Delhi | Community events | $5,000 |
| Delhi American Legion | General | $4,000 |
| Delaware Opportunities | Food bank | $3,000 |
| Delhi Alliance Church | Where needed | $3,000 |
| Delhi Community Church | General | $3,000 |
| Delhi First Baptist Church | General | $3,000 |
| Delhi Immanuel Lutheran Church | General | $3,000 |
| St John's Church | General | $3,000 |
| United Ministry | General | $3,000 |
| Woodland Cemetery | General | $3,000 |
| Arc of Delaware County | Programs | $2,500 |
| Delhi Community Fund | Christmas fund | $2,500 |
| Delaware County Highway Dept | Safe roads | $1,000 |
| Delhi Beautification Committee | Village beautification | $1,000 |
| Friends of Bramely Fire Tower | General | $1,000 |
| West Kortright Centre | Programs | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Amy Engels
- Thomas Engels
- Elizabeth Lamont
Questions people ask
Does Helfgott-Renfroe Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Helfgott-Renfroe Foundation Inc give?
$151,000 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Helfgott-Renfroe Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Amy Engels (Chairman), Thomas Engels (Director) and Elizabeth Lamont (Director).
What does Helfgott-Renfroe Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and health.