Sammy & Betty Wechsler Foundation
Accepts applications
Sammy & Betty Wechsler Foundation is a private foundation in Chestnut Ridge, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $3,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $1,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$3,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$1,000
- Assets$4,665
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $4,000 the year before.
33% 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 | $2,000 | 2 | $4,065 |
| 2024 | $4,000 | 4 | $4,865 |
| 2025 | $3,000 | 3 | $4,665 |
How to apply
| Contact | Benny Wechsler 29 Ross Avenue, Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (845) 425-3355 |
| What to submit | Request letter should state purpose and include copy of federal exemption letter |
What Sammy & Betty Wechsler Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 2 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bais Rivka Rochel | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Bais Shaindel | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Congregation Chazu Bonai | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Miriam Wechsler
- Marcel Wechsler
- Benny Wechsler
Questions people ask
Does Sammy & Betty Wechsler Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Sammy & Betty Wechsler Foundation give?
$3,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Sammy & Betty Wechsler Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Miriam Wechsler (Vice President), Marcel Wechsler (President) and Benny Wechsler (Treasurer).
What does Sammy & Betty Wechsler Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.