The Lance R Wachenheim Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Lance R Wachenheim Foundation is a private foundation in Purchase, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 22 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$32.9 million
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.2 million 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 | $947,275 | 23 | $26.8 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 23 | $30.1 million |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 22 | $32.9 million |
How to apply
The Lance R Wachenheim 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 Lance R Wachenheim Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 15 | $790,000 |
| California | 1 | $150,000 |
| Massachusetts | 4 | $65,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Blythedale Children's Hospital | General support | $250,000 |
| Skidmore College | General support | $180,000 |
| Workshop for Warriors | General support | $150,000 |
| STEM Alliance of Larchmont-Mamaroneck | General support | $95,000 |
| Guiding Eyes for the Blind | General support | $80,000 |
| Oceana | General support | $50,000 |
| Friends of Karen | General support | $40,000 |
| Feeding Westchester | General support | $30,000 |
| Fresh Air Fund | General support | $30,000 |
| Martha's Vineyard Community Services | General support | $30,000 |
| Open Door Foundation Inc | General support | $30,000 |
| White Plains Hospital Foundation | General support | $30,000 |
| MV Youth | General support | $28,000 |
| Mystic Seaport | General support | $25,000 |
| Larchmont Mamaroneck Hunger Task Force | General support | $5,000 |
| Larchmont Manor Park Society | General support | $5,000 |
| Mamaroneck Larchmont Student Aid Fund | General support | $5,000 |
| Martha's Vineyard Hospital | General support | $5,000 |
| Volunteer Ambulance of Mamaroneck and Larchmont | General support | $5,000 |
| Larchmont-Mamaroneck Community Television Inc | General support | $3,000 |
| 1925 Foundation Inc | General support | $2,000 |
| Atlantic White Shark Conservancy | General support | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lance R Wachenheim
- Edgar Wachenheim III
Questions people ask
Does The Lance R Wachenheim Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lance R Wachenheim Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs The Lance R Wachenheim Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lance R Wachenheim (Trustee) and Edgar Wachenheim III (Trustee).
What does The Lance R Wachenheim Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and youth programs.