The Wahrsager Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Wahrsager Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $74,000 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $875 and the largest $22,500. 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$74,000
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$875
- Largest grant$22,500
- Assets$744,268
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $90,750 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $76,135 | 25 | $713,173 |
| 2023 | $90,750 | 20 | $763,696 |
| 2024 | $74,000 | 18 | $744,268 |
How to apply
The Wahrsager 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 Wahrsager Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 8 | $36,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $26,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $250 |
| Texas | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ethical Culture Fieldston School | For donee's exempt purpose | $22,500 |
| Smith College | For donee's exempt purpose | $20,000 |
| Research Foundation of Suny | For donee's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Belmont Day School | For donee's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Israel Guide Dog Center for the Blind | For donee's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Princeton University | For donee's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Canavan Foundation | For donee's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | For donee's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| The Nature Connection | For donee's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | For donee's exempt purpose | $750 |
| The Doe Fund | For donee's exempt purpose | $500 |
| Roswell Park Alliance Foundation | For donee's exempt purpose | $500 |
| Peta | For donee's exempt purpose | $500 |
| Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation | For donee's exempt purpose | $250 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | For donee's exempt purpose | $250 |
| Thirteen | For donee's exempt purpose | $250 |
| North Shore Animal League America | For donee's exempt purpose | $250 |
| Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine | For donee's exempt purpose | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Karel Wahrsager
- Eve W Linn
Questions people ask
Does The Wahrsager Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Wahrsager Foundation give?
$74,000 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $875.
Who runs The Wahrsager Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Karel Wahrsager (Pr,tr,dir.) and Eve W Linn (As Sec,dir).
What does The Wahrsager Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and animals.