Richard and Bette Saltzman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Richard and Bette Saltzman Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $394,507 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $2,100 and the largest $120,737. 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$394,507
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$2,100
- Largest grant$120,737
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was down from $520,014 the year before.
29% 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 | $511,873 | 49 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $520,014 | 49 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $394,507 | 24 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Richard and Bette Saltzman 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 Richard and Bette Saltzman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 18 | $380,007 |
| Massachusetts | 4 | $13,700 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| I Have A Dream Foundation | Unrestricted donation | $120,737 |
| UJA Federation of New York | Unrestricted donation | $83,330 |
| I Have A Dream Foundation | Unrestricted donation | $80,884 |
| I Have A Dream Foundation | Unrestricted donation | $43,382 |
| UJA Federation of New York | Unrestricted donation | $21,136 |
| Edgartown Great Pond Foundation | Unrestricted donation | $10,000 |
| City Meals on Wheels | Unrestricted donation | $5,000 |
| Signature Theater Inc | Unrestricted donation | $5,000 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | Unrestricted donation | $5,000 |
| Nassau Suffolk Services for Autism | Unrestricted donation | $5,000 |
| American Friends of Rabin Medical C | Unrestricted donation | $3,600 |
| Jewish Museum Foundation | Unrestricted donation | $2,500 |
| Museum of Arts and Design | Unrestricted donation | $1,700 |
| Martha's Vineyard Museum | Unrestricted donation | $1,700 |
| Featherstone Center for the Arts | Unrestricted donation | $1,500 |
| New York Public Library | Unrestricted donation | $1,332 |
| Individual | Unrestricted donation | $500 |
| Wbgo | Unrestricted donation | $500 |
| Martha's Vineyard Film Society | Unrestricted donation | $500 |
| Individual | Unrestricted donation | $500 |
| Sherman Volunteer Fire Department | Unrestricted donation | $300 |
| Individual | Unrestricted donation | $250 |
| Museum of Modern Art | Unrestricted donation | $125 |
| Individual | Unrestricted donation | $31 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard B Saltzman
- Bette A Saltzman
Questions people ask
Does Richard and Bette Saltzman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Richard and Bette Saltzman Foundation give?
$394,507 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $2,100.
Who runs Richard and Bette Saltzman Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard B Saltzman (President/Treas) and Bette A Saltzman (Vice Pres./Sec.).
What does Richard and Bette Saltzman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.