The Edward H Butler Foundation
Accepts applications
The Edward H Butler Foundation is a private foundation in Buffalo, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $270,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$270,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$6.5 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was up from $240,500 the year before.
31% 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 | $242,000 | 16 | $5.3 million |
| 2024 | $240,500 | 20 | $5.9 million |
| 2025 | $270,000 | 16 | $6.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Edward B Righter 369 Franklin Street, Buffalo, NY 14202 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (716) 856-3300 |
| What to submit | All requests should include the amount of the grant requested and a description of how the grant funds will be used. |
| Deadlines | July 31st - grant requests are reviewed by the trustees annually in the fall. |
| Restrictions | The trustees focus primarily on grant requests received from organizations in buffalo and the surrounding areas of western New York. |
What The Edward H Butler Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 14 | $230,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $30,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Elmwood Franklin School | Education | $50,000 |
| One Symphony Circle | General fund | $50,000 |
| Buffalo Center for Arts & Technology | To support the opportunity within reach capital campaign | $40,000 |
| Water Compass | General fund | $30,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Buffalo | Butler mitchell house renovation | $15,000 |
| Assembly House 150 | To support the modern city builders program | $10,000 |
| Grassroots Garden Wny | Aid for food insecurity | $10,000 |
| The Tool Library | Designation - to support capacity-building projects to improve operational efficiency | $10,000 |
| West Side Community Services | General fund | $10,000 |
| Gigi's Playhouse | General fund | $10,000 |
| Leveling the Playing Field | Support of western ny chapter | $10,000 |
| 716 Squash Inc | General fund | $5,000 |
| Old Forge Fire Department | General fund | $5,000 |
| Old Forge Volunteer Ambulance Corps | General fund | $5,000 |
| SPCA of Erie County | General fund | $5,000 |
| The Zoological Society of Buffalo Foundation Inc | General fund | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward B Righter Jr
- Edward B Righter
- James Gardner
- Donald R Zammit
Questions people ask
Does The Edward H Butler Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: July 31st - grant requests are reviewed by the trustees annually in the fall.
How much does The Edward H Butler Foundation give?
$270,000 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Edward H Butler Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Edward B Righter Jr (Trustee), Edward B Righter (Trustee), James Gardner (Trustee) and Donald R Zammit (Trustee).
What does The Edward H Butler Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and animals.