Renaissance Corporation of Albany
Preselected recipients only
Renaissance Corporation of Albany is a private foundation in Albany, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $84,665 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $1,250 and the largest $33,975. 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$84,665
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$1,250
- Largest grant$33,975
- Assets$21.7 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was up from $81,286 the year before.
14% 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 | $114,348 | 23 | $23.0 million |
| 2024 | $81,286 | 20 | $22.4 million |
| 2025 | $84,665 | 21 | $21.7 million |
How to apply
Renaissance Corporation of Albany 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 Renaissance Corporation of Albany funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 21 | $84,665 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Albany Fire Department | General | $33,975 |
| University Albany Foundation | General | $15,000 |
| Albany College of Pharmacy | General | $7,000 |
| Regional Food Bank | General | $5,000 |
| Second Chance for Adults Inc | General | $4,000 |
| Center for Economic Growth | General | $2,595 |
| Northern Rivers Family Services | General | $2,000 |
| Shalom Food Pantry | General | $2,000 |
| St Margaret's Center | General | $2,000 |
| Israel AME Church | General | $1,500 |
| Life Path (Formerly Senior Services of Albany) | General | $1,250 |
| Albany Law School | General | $1,000 |
| Jewish Community Center of Albany | General | $1,000 |
| Jewish Family Services | General | $1,000 |
| Schenectady Jewish Community Center | General | $1,000 |
| Vanderheyden Hall | General | $1,000 |
| Wamc | General | $1,000 |
| Wildwood | General | $1,000 |
| Albany-Colonie Regional Chamber of Commerce | General | $595 |
| Team Albany Edu Basketball 360 | General | $500 |
| The Community Foundation | General | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Cohen
- Lorin Silverman
- Carla Chiaro
- Allison Silverman
- Patty Lipshutz
- Paul Grondahl
Questions people ask
Does Renaissance Corporation of Albany accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Renaissance Corporation of Albany give?
$84,665 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $1,250.
Who runs Renaissance Corporation of Albany?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark Cohen (Board Member), Lorin Silverman (Board Chairman), Carla Chiaro (President & Cfo) and Allison Silverman (Vice President) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Renaissance Corporation of Albany fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, education and food and hunger.