New Era Cap Foundation
Preselected recipients only
New Era Cap Foundation is a private foundation in Buffalo, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $952,270 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $11,725 and the largest $500,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$952,270
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$11,725
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$20.3 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.3 million the year before.
63% of its 2024 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 | $1.3 million | 23 | $18.3 million |
| 2024 | $952,270 | 24 | $20.3 million |
How to apply
New Era Cap 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 New Era Cap Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 20 | $749,770 |
| Montana | 1 | $150,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $27,500 |
| Indiana | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Childrens Hospital of Buffalo | Unrestricted | $500,000 |
| Yellowstone Forever | Unrestricted | $150,000 |
| P U N T Pediatric Cancer Collaborative Inc | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Hope Totes Inc | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Lids Foundation | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Special Olympics New York Inc | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Hope Rises Inc | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Mental Health Association of Erie County | Unrestricted | $16,260 |
| Fresh Air Fund | Unrestricted | $15,300 |
| Fanatics All in Foundation | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Dreamflight USA Inc | Unrestricted | $12,500 |
| Adopt A Dog Inc | Unrestricted | $12,450 |
| Girls on the Run of Bufffalo Inc | Unrestricted | $11,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Buffalo Inc | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Stitch Buffalo Inc | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation of Metro New York and Western New York | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| United Jewish Appeal Federation of Jewish Philanthropies of Ny | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Apex for Youth | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Catching Dreams Charters Inc | Unrestricted | $8,000 |
| Summit Center Inc | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Wings Flights of Hope | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Burchfield-Penney Art Center | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Dress for Success Buffalo Inc | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Compeer West Inc | Unrestricted | $1,260 |
Officers and trustees
- Christopher Koch
- Lorrie Turner
- Kevin Wilson
Questions people ask
Does New Era Cap Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does New Era Cap Foundation give?
$952,270 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $11,725.
Who runs New Era Cap Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Christopher Koch (President, Director), Lorrie Turner (Director, Secretary) and Kevin Wilson (Director, Treasurer).
What does New Era Cap Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and youth programs.