The Handel Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Handel Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Rochester, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $67,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $25,000. 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$67,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $67,417 the year before.
100% of its 2025 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 | $65,360 | 1 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $67,417 | 1 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $67,000 | 9 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
The Handel 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $27,500 |
| New York | 5 | $27,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Earthjustice | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Common Cause Education Fund | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Center for Constitutional Rights | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Brennancenter | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Al Otro Lado Inc | General purpose | $2,500 |
| New York Immigration Coalition | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Private Equity Stakeholder Project | General purpose | $2,500 |
| National Domestic Workers Alliance Inc | General purpose | $2,250 |
| Lamda Legal | General purpose | $2,250 |
Officers and trustees
- Kathleen T Handel
- Peter H Greaves-Tunnell
- Acacia C Handel
- William S Handel
- Gary E Handel
- James J Eckl
Questions people ask
Does The Handel Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Handel Family Foundation Inc give?
$67,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Handel Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Kathleen T Handel (President & Director), Peter H Greaves-Tunnell (Treasurer), Acacia C Handel (Co-Vice President & Direct) and William S Handel (Co-Vice President & Direct) among 6 officers and trustees.