The A Woodner Fund Inc
Preselected recipients only
The A Woodner Fund Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $727,000 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $200,000. 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$727,000
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$58,234
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2025 was up from $624,500 the year before.
5% 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 | $660,000 | 33 | $3,753 |
| 2024 | $624,500 | 32 | $5,778 |
| 2025 | $727,000 | 22 | $58,234 |
How to apply
The A Woodner Fund Inc 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 The A Woodner Fund Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 20 | $702,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $20,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Streb Inc | Supports innovative dance and performance art through creation, presentation, and community engagement programs led by the streb extreme action company. | $200,000 |
| Design Trust for Public Space | Improves public spaces in new york city through design, planning, and community-based urban policy projects. | $190,000 |
| Museum of Modern Art the | Collects, preserves, and exhibits modern and contemporary art and promotes public education and appreciation of the arts. | $55,000 |
| ACLU | Promotes and defends civil liberties and constitutional rights through legal action, advocacy, and public education. | $50,000 |
| Open House New York | Promotes public awareness and appreciation of new york city's architecture, design, and urban planning through tours, programs, and educational events. | $50,000 |
| Ethel's Foundation for the Arts | Supports the creation and performance of new works in music, dance, and the performing arts through grants and programs. | $32,000 |
| Queens Museum | Presents art, culture, and educational programs for diverse audiences, with a focus on the history and communities of queens and new york city. | $20,000 |
| Regional Plan Association | Conducts research, advocacy, and regional planning initiatives to improve the economic health, environment, and quality of life in the new york metropolitan area. | $20,000 |
| Sculpture Center | Supports and advances contemporary sculpture and experimental artistic practice through exhibitions, commissions, and public programs. | $20,000 |
| The New School Vera List Center | Advances socially engaged art through research, fellowships, and public programs that foster dialogue on culture and civic life. | $20,000 |
| The Battery Conservancy | The battery conservancy is a nonprofit organization that manages and maintains the battery, a 25-acre waterfront park at the southern tip of manhattan, preserving its landscapes while providing free public programs, education, and cultural events. | $15,000 |
| Macaulay Honors College | Supports academic excellence and student development through honors education, scholarships, and community learning programs. | $10,000 |
| New York Restoration Project | Enhances and sustains green spaces in underserved new york city communities through environmental stewardship, park restoration, and community gardening programs. | $10,000 |
| Morgan Library the | Preserves, collects, and exhibits rare books, manuscripts, and works of art, promoting public education, research, and cultural enrichment. | $8,000 |
| Brooke USA Foundation the | Improves the welfare of working horses, donkeys, and mules through education, programs, and international equine support initiatives. | $5,000 |
| Medecins Sans Frontiersdoctors Without Borders | Delivers emergency medical assistance to people affected by conflict, epidemics, disasters, and lack of healthcare worldwide. | $5,000 |
| Southlands Foundation the | Provides equine-based education, horsemanship programs, and land stewardship initiatives that promote community, environmental awareness, and animal care. | $5,000 |
| Spring of Hope School the | Provides education, nourishment, and support services to children in impoverished communities to promote learning and personal development. | $5,000 |
| Young Dance Collective | Supports youth dance development through training, collaborative choreography, and performance opportunities in a creative, inclusive environment. | $3,000 |
| Individual | Provides direct financial assistance and support services to individuals and families facing hardship through charitable giving programs. | $2,000 |
| Columbia University Libraries | Supports academic research, education, and public access to scholarly resources through library services and collections. | $1,000 |
| Foundation for Contemporary Arts | Provides grants and support to individual artists creating innovative work in dance, music, theater, poetry, and visual arts. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Andrea Woodner
Questions people ask
Does The A Woodner Fund Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The A Woodner Fund Inc give?
$727,000 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs The A Woodner Fund Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Andrea Woodner (President).
What does The A Woodner Fund Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and environment and conservation.