The Potter's Wheel Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Potter's Wheel Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.0 million in 1 grant; the typical grant was $1.0 million and the largest $1.0 million. 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$1.0 million
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$20.6 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $875,751 the year before.
0% 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 | $851,384 | 2 | $20.6 million |
| 2024 | $875,751 | 2 | $19.8 million |
| 2025 | $1.0 million | 1 | $20.6 million |
How to apply
The Potter's Wheel 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
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $1.0 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Charles Schwab Charitable Fund | General fund | $1.0 million |
Officers and trustees
- Donald B Altman
- Barbara Bruno
- Steven Schnur
Questions people ask
Does The Potter's Wheel Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Potter's Wheel Foundation Inc give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $1.0 million.
Who runs The Potter's Wheel Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Donald B Altman (Secretary/Treasurer), Barbara Bruno (Vice President) and Steven Schnur (Director).