Motulsky-Nacht Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Motulsky-Nacht Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $578,170 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$578,170
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$301 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2025 was down from $13.4 million the year before.
24% 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 | $424,090 | 31 | $234 million |
| 2024 | $13.4 million | 27 | $258 million |
| 2025 | $578,170 | 25 | $301 million |
How to apply
Motulsky-Nacht Family 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 Motulsky-Nacht Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $260,500 |
| New York | 14 | $185,170 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $51,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $50,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $25,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $5,000 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $1,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Salk Institute | To further donee's exempt purpose | $250,000 |
| Innocence Project | To further donee's exempt purpose | $50,100 |
| Cure Blindness Project | To further donee's exempt purpose | $50,000 |
| Oceana Inc | To further donee's exempt purpose | $50,000 |
| Congregation or Zarua | To further donee's exempt purpose | $25,710 |
| Big Life Foundation USA | To further donee's exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Gods Love We Deliver | To further donee's exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| New York Common Pantry | To further donee's exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Volunteers of Legal Services | To further donee's exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Crossroads Community Services | To further donee's exempt purpose | $20,000 |
| Camfed USA | To further donee's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Second Stage Theater | To further donee's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Villages in Partnership | To further donee's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| West Side Campaign Against Hunger | To further donee's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| L'a Aretz Foundation | To further donee's exempt purpose | $1,800 |
| Gay Men's Health Clinic | To further donee's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Grand Teton National Park Foundation | To further donee's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Network for Good | To further donee's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Rock House Foundation | To further donee's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Elephant Voices US | To further donee's exempt purpose | $500 |
| Congregation Kneses Tifereth Israel | To further donee's exempt purpose | $360 |
| Pomfret School | To further donee's exempt purpose | $250 |
| The Taft School | To further donee's exempt purpose | $250 |
| Support Connection | To further donee's exempt purpose | $100 |
| Thirteenwnet | To further donee's exempt purpose | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- John A Motulsky
- Wendy Nacht
Questions people ask
Does Motulsky-Nacht Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Motulsky-Nacht Family Foundation give?
$578,170 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Motulsky-Nacht Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John A Motulsky (Trustee) and Wendy Nacht (Trustee).
What does Motulsky-Nacht Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, faith communities and education.