The Drescher Foundation
Accepts applications
The Drescher Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.0 million in 1 grant; the typical grant was $1.0 million and the largest $1.0 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1.0 million
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$1.0 million
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$14.6 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $2.9 million the year before.
0% 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 | $0 | 0 | $11.4 million |
| 2024 | $2.9 million | 1 | $13.5 million |
| 2025 | $1.0 million | 1 | $14.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Jared M Drescher-The Drescher Found 7020 Armat Drive, Bethesda, MD 20817-2104 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (301) 704-7002 |
| What to submit | Applications should be by letter on the applicant's stationary and should indicate the tax exempt status of the applying organization, a description of the applicant's purpose and the objective and purpose of the grant. |
| Restrictions | Awards must be given for charitable, religious, educational or scientific purposes. |
What The Drescher Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $1.0 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Comm Weizmann Institute of Science | For operationsfor operations | $1.0 million |
Officers and trustees
- Irene M Drescher
- Jay A Katz
- Jared M Drescher
Questions people ask
Does The Drescher Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Drescher Foundation give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $1.0 million.
Who runs The Drescher Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Irene M Drescher (Assistant Secretary, V.P.), Jay A Katz (Treasurer, V.P.) and Jared M Drescher (Chairman, V.P., Secretary).
What does The Drescher Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research.