The Joel Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Joel Foundation is a private foundation in White Plains, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.9 million in 23 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $619,450. 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$1.9 million
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$619,450
- Assets$7.3 million
- New grantees65%
Giving in 2024 was up from $688,050 the year before.
65% 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 | $688,050 | 17 | $6.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.9 million | 23 | $7.3 million |
How to apply
The Joel 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 Joel Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 20 | $1.8 million |
| Tennessee | 1 | $81,911 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nassau Boces | General | $619,450 |
| Brooklyn Conservatory of Music | General | $275,000 |
| The Fund for Public Schools | General | $250,000 |
| Long Island Music Hall of Fame | General | $250,000 |
| The Covenant School | General | $81,911 |
| Hospital for Special Surgery | General | $80,000 |
| Exploring the Arts | General | $75,000 |
| The Perlman Music Program | General | $25,000 |
| Sweet Relief Musicians Fund | General | $25,000 |
| The Everglades Foundation | General | $25,000 |
| Kaufman Music Center | General | $25,000 |
| THE Third Street Music School | General | $25,000 |
| Lenox Hill Hospital | General | $25,000 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering Office of Development | General | $25,000 |
| Endometriosis Foundation of America | General | $25,000 |
| The Felix Organization | General | $20,000 |
| Metropolitan Youth Orchestra Society | General | $15,000 |
| Jazz Foundation of America | General | $15,000 |
| Manhattan School of Music | General | $12,500 |
| Columbia University | General | $10,000 |
| St Francis Hospital | General | $10,000 |
| Oyster Bay Music Festival | General | $5,000 |
| NYU Langone Medical Center | General | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William M Joel
- Alexis Joel
- Todd R Kamelhar
- Lee V Eastman
Questions people ask
Does The Joel Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Joel Foundation give?
$1.9 million in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Joel Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists William M Joel (Director), Alexis Joel (Vice President), Todd R Kamelhar (Treasurer) and Lee V Eastman (Secretary).
What does The Joel Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and health.