The Buchwald Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Buchwald Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $591,890 in 47 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 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$591,890
- Number of grants47
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$12.0 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2025 was up from $431,710 the year before.
26% 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 | $432,581 | 50 | $7.8 million |
| 2024 | $431,710 | 44 | $8.0 million |
| 2025 | $591,890 | 47 | $12.0 million |
How to apply
The Buchwald Family 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 The Buchwald Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 20 | $327,100 |
| New York | 20 | $211,460 |
| California | 4 | $32,330 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center | To further donee organization goals. | $200,000 |
| Brooklyn College Foundation Inc | To further donee organization goals. | $100,000 |
| Fairview Hospital | To further donee organization goals. | $30,000 |
| NYU Langone Medical Center | To further donee organization goals. | $25,000 |
| Gingold Theatrical Group | To further donee organization goals. | $20,050 |
| Berkshire Bounty | To further donee organization goals. | $20,000 |
| City Meals-On-Wheels | To further donee organization goals. | $16,000 |
| Film Independent | To further donee organization goals. | $14,130 |
| Berkshire Humane Society | To further donee organization goals. | $10,600 |
| American Red Cross | To further donee organization goals. | $10,000 |
| Cedars Sinai | To further donee organization goals. | $10,000 |
| Mission Msa | To further donee organization goals. | $10,000 |
| The People's Pantry | To further donee organization goals. | $10,000 |
| Boston Symphony Orchestra | To further donee organization goals. | $7,500 |
| Great Barrington Public Theatre | To further donee organization goals. | $7,500 |
| Casting Society | To further donee organization goals. | $7,300 |
| Sanctuary for Families | To further donee organization goals. | $7,150 |
| Berkshire South Regional Community Center | To further donee organization goals. | $6,000 |
| Manhattan Theatre Club | To further donee organization goals. | $6,000 |
| Berkshire Grown | To further donee organization goals. | $5,000 |
| Nonprofit Center of the Berkshires | To further donee organization goals. | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | To further donee organization goals. | $5,000 |
| Southern Berkshire Ambulance | To further donee organization goals. | $5,000 |
| Vim Berkshires | To further donee organization goals. | $5,000 |
| Wamc Northeast Public Radio | To further donee organization goals. | $5,000 |
| West Side Campaign Against Hunger | To further donee organization goals. | $5,000 |
| Lincoln Center for Performing Arts | To further donee organization goals. | $4,000 |
| Barrington Stage | To further donee organization goals. | $3,000 |
| Classic Stage Company | To further donee organization goals. | $3,000 |
| Hunter College Foundation | To further donee organization goals. | $3,000 |
| The Mount | To further donee organization goals. | $3,000 |
| Wam Theatre | To further donee organization goals. | $3,000 |
| Roundabout Theatre | To further donee organization goals. | $2,850 |
| Community Access to the Arts | To further donee organization goals. | $2,000 |
| Playwrights Horizon | To further donee organization goals. | $2,000 |
| Shakespeare and Company | To further donee organization goals. | $2,000 |
| Atlantic Theatre | To further donee organization goals. | $1,560 |
| Entertainmnet Community Fund | To further donee organization goals. | $1,500 |
| Broadway Cares | To further donee organization goals. | $1,250 |
| Cerebral Palsy Alliance Research Foundation | To further donee organization goals. | $1,200 |
Officers and trustees
- Margaret Buchwald
- Laura Buchwald
Questions people ask
Does The Buchwald Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Buchwald Family Foundation give?
$591,890 in tax year 2025, across 47 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Buchwald Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Margaret Buchwald (President, Director) and Laura Buchwald (Director).
What does The Buchwald Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and health.