The Volcker Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Volcker Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.0 million in 4 grants; the typical grant was $95,000 and the largest $800,000. 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$95,000
- Largest grant$800,000
- Assets$29.5 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $880,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $880,000 | 2 | $28.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 4 | $29.5 million |
How to apply
The Volcker 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.
What The Volcker Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $900,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $90,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $50,807 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Volcker Alliance | For support of the paul a. Volcker fund | $800,000 |
| Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute | To support the endowment for the paul a. Volcker sr., class of 1911, scholarship fund. | $100,000 |
| Yale University | To provide annual scholarships for masters in systemic risk candidates, and an annual paul a. Volcker leadership award to a deserving graduate. | $90,000 |
| Isles Inc | To assist the start up of the social nonprofit center | $50,807 |
Officers and trustees
- Anke M Dening-Volcker
- Anthony J Dowd
- Ernesto V Luzzatto
- James P Volcker
- Janice Volcker Zima
Questions people ask
Does The Volcker Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Volcker Family Foundation Inc give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $95,000.
Who runs The Volcker Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Anke M Dening-Volcker (President), Anthony J Dowd (Secretary and Treasurer), Ernesto V Luzzatto (Assistant Secretary and Treasurer) and James P Volcker (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Volcker Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.