The Durst Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Durst Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $350,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $75,000 and the largest $100,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$350,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$75,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$9.5 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2024 was down from $600,000 the year before.
60% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $600,000 | 9 | $6.5 million |
| 2024 | $350,000 | 5 | $9.5 million |
How to apply
The Durst 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $350,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Children of Promise NYC | For donee's exempt purpose | $100,000 |
| New Destiny Housing Corporation | For donee's exempt purpose | $100,000 |
| Recess Activities Inc | For donee's exempt purpose | $75,000 |
| Food Bank for New York City | For donee's exempt purpose | $50,000 |
| Project Eats | For donee's exempt purpose | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Wendy Durst Kreeger
- Laurel Durst Strong
- Nan Rothschild Cooper
- IRA Marx
- Sarah Moore
- Anita Durst
- Keith Kreeger
- Leslie B Durst
Questions people ask
Does The Durst Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Durst Family Foundation give?
$350,000 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $75,000.
Who runs The Durst Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Wendy Durst Kreeger (President & Director), Laurel Durst Strong (Vice President & Director), Nan Rothschild Cooper (Sec'y & Director) and IRA Marx (Treasurer) among 8 officers and trustees.