The Jerry & Marilyn Handler Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Jerry & Marilyn Handler Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $50,560 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $7,500. 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$50,560
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$7,500
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2025 was up from $47,500 the year before.
5% 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 | $50,023 | 19 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $47,500 | 18 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $50,560 | 19 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
The Jerry & Marilyn Handler 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.
What The Jerry & Marilyn Handler Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $14,000 |
| Wyoming | 3 | $11,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $8,000 |
| California | 2 | $5,060 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,500 |
| Washington | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Teton Summer Festival Concert | To provide funds for charitable & educational purposes. | $7,500 |
| Union of Concerned Scientists | To provide funds for charitable & educational purposes. | $4,000 |
| California Wildfire Response | To provide funds for charitable & educational purposes. | $2,560 |
| Aging With Dignity | To provide funds for charitable & educational purposes. | $2,500 |
| Art Students League of New York | To provide funds for charitable & educational purposes. | $2,500 |
| Coalition for Rainforest Nations | To provide funds for charitable & educational purposes. | $2,500 |
| Cure Alzheimer's Fund | To provide funds for charitable & educational purposes. | $2,500 |
| Doctors Without Borders | To provide funds for charitable & educational purposes. | $2,500 |
| Encourage Kids Foundation | To provide funds for charitable & educational purposes. | $2,500 |
| Feeding America | To provide funds for charitable & educational purposes. | $2,500 |
| Jackson Hole Regional Horse Rescue | To provide funds for charitable & educational purposes | $2,500 |
| Natural Resource Defense Council | To provide funds for charitable & educational purposes. | $2,500 |
| Paws | To provide funds for charitable & educational purposes. | $2,500 |
| Planned Parenthood Foundation of America | To provide funds for charitable & educational purposes. | $2,500 |
| St Jude Hospital | To provide funds for charitable & educational purposes. | $2,500 |
| Wildlife Conservative Network | To provide funds for charitable & educational purposes. | $2,500 |
| ASPCA | To provide funds for charitable & educational purposes. | $1,500 |
| Clean Air Task Force | To provide funds for charitable & educational purposes. | $1,500 |
| Teton Youth and Family Services | To provide funds for charitable & educational purposes. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Dawn Harbart
- Marilyn Handler
Questions people ask
Does The Jerry & Marilyn Handler Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Jerry & Marilyn Handler Foundation give?
$50,560 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Jerry & Marilyn Handler Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Dawn Harbart (Director) and Marilyn Handler (Director).
What does The Jerry & Marilyn Handler Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and animals.