The Edwin & Shirley Woldar Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Edwin & Shirley Woldar Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Roslyn, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $82,170 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $1,518 and the largest $20,000. 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$82,170
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$1,518
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2024 was up from $68,561 the year before.
53% 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 | $68,561 | 19 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $82,170 | 20 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
The Edwin & Shirley Woldar Family Foundation 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Edwin & Shirley Woldar Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 18 | $70,205 |
| Georgia | 2 | $11,965 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chai Lifeline | Unrestricted ill jewish children support related operating grant | $20,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Unrestricted cancer research related support grant | $10,965 |
| Woodbury Jewish Center | Edwin & shirley woldar scholar in residence program support grant | $10,346 |
| Friends of the Israeli Defense Forc | Unrestricted grant in support of israeli military veterans. | $10,000 |
| Gurwin Jewish Health Foundation | Unrestricted grant to support quality health care, services and programs for frail, elderly and younger disabled adults | $9,000 |
| Pat Covelli Foundation | Grant for support of various public-health oriented public charities | $4,300 |
| Holocaust Memorial Tolerance Center | Unrestricted grant related to teaching holocaust history through education and community outreach | $4,010 |
| Community Mainstreaming Associates | Unrestricted intellectual and developmental disability related grant | $3,600 |
| Mac Angels Foundation | Unresticted als research support related grant | $2,675 |
| Lustgarten Foundation | Unrestricted grant for pancreatic cancer research | $2,020 |
| Individual | Unrestricted grant to support jewish community center and its numerous programs and activities | $1,016 |
| UJA Federation of New York | Unrestricted jewish community outreach related operating grant | $1,000 |
| American Heart Association | Unrestricted health care research and education related grant | $1,000 |
| Next Generation Men Women | Unrestricted grant for educational assistance to underserved students in atlanta | $1,000 |
| Breast Cancer Foundation | Unrestricted grant for breast cancer research | $500 |
| North Shore Child Family Guidance C | Unrestricted grant for the restoring and strengthening the emotional wellbeing of children and families | $258 |
| Row New York | Unrestricted grant in support of keeping children on the path to success. | $250 |
| Various Charities | Unrestricted grants to various charities | $105 |
| Friends of the Children | Unrestricted grant for the mentorship of impoverished children. | $100 |
| Girl Scounts of the USA | Provide unrestricted grant to support young girls for education and growth | $25 |
Officers and trustees
- Cindy Woldar
- Kara Woldar
- Paul Woldar
- Jay Woldar
- Daniel Woldar
- Ariel Woldar
- Jeffrey Woldar
- Lauren Woldar
- Alyssa Woldar
- Nicole Woldar
Questions people ask
Does The Edwin & Shirley Woldar Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Edwin & Shirley Woldar Family Foundation Inc give?
$82,170 in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $1,518.
Who runs The Edwin & Shirley Woldar Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Cindy Woldar (Director), Kara Woldar (Director), Paul Woldar (President) and Jay Woldar (Secretary/TREAS) among 10 officers and trustees.
What does The Edwin & Shirley Woldar Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and youth programs.