Karol Pilarczyk Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Karol Pilarczyk Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Albany, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $32,250 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $250 and the largest $20,000. 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$32,250
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$250
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$607,364
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2025 was up from $21,450 the year before.
18% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $15,550 | 8 | $569,274 |
| 2024 | $21,450 | 9 | $596,386 |
| 2025 | $32,250 | 11 | $607,364 |
How to apply
Karol Pilarczyk 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 Karol Pilarczyk Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York. It also paid $20,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $6,500 |
| Illinois | 2 | $5,250 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $250 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| McGill University | Organizational needs | $20,000 |
| Polish Institue of Arts and Science | Organizational needs | $5,250 |
| White Stork Foundation | 586 Lincoln Ave, Unit 11, Winnetka, IL 60093 | $5,000 |
| Kosciuszko Foundation | Organizational needs | $250 |
| Pilsudski Institute of America | Organizational needs | $250 |
| POLISH American Museum | Organizational needs | $250 |
| Polish Center of Discovery & Learning | Organizational needs | $250 |
| Copernicus Center | Organizational needs | $250 |
| Polish Assistance Inc | Organizational needs | $250 |
| Sembrich Museum | Organizational needs | $250 |
| Polish American Hertiage | Organizational needs | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Ian Pilarczyk
- Eric Garulay
- Serge Robinete
Questions people ask
Does Karol Pilarczyk Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Karol Pilarczyk Foundation Inc give?
$32,250 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $250.
Who runs Karol Pilarczyk Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Ian Pilarczyk (Director), Eric Garulay (Director) and Serge Robinete (Director).
What does Karol Pilarczyk Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.