The Wine Enthusiast Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
The Wine Enthusiast Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Chappaqua, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $39,857 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $2,783 and the largest $11,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$39,857
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$2,783
- Largest grant$11,000
- Assets$190,015
- New grantees77%
Giving in 2024 was down from $55,583 the year before.
77% 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 | $55,583 | 9 | $214,974 |
| 2024 | $39,857 | 13 | $190,015 |
How to apply
| Contact | Sybil Strum PO Box 214, Chappaqua, NY 10514 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (914) 643-3498, sstrum@wineenthusiast.net |
| What to submit | Purpose of charitable organization, exempt organization certificate, purpose of grant |
What The Wine Enthusiast Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 9 | $23,062 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $11,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $3,000 |
| California | 1 | $2,783 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $12 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Roots Fund | To extend financial assistance to worthy organizations. | $11,000 |
| Lustgarten Walk | To extend financial assistance to worthy organizations. | $5,100 |
| Jacob Burns Film Center inc | To extend financial assistance to worthy organizations. | $5,000 |
| Sunrise Day Camp-Long Island | To extend financial assistance to worthy organizations. | $5,000 |
| The Phil Ramone Orchestra for Child | To extend financial assistance to worthy organizations. | $4,000 |
| American Cancer Society | To extend financial assistance to worthy organizations. | $3,000 |
| Association of African American Vin | To extend financial assistance to worthy organizations. | $2,783 |
| Rethink Food | To extend financial assistance to worthy organizations. | $2,005 |
| Girl Scouts of Greater New York | To extend financial assistance to worthy organizations. | $1,250 |
| Caramoor Center for Music and the A | To extend financial assistance to worthy organizations | $500 |
| WQXR | To extend financial assistance to worthy organizations. | $107 |
| Chappaqua Volunteer Ambulance | To extend financial assistance to worthy organizations | $100 |
| National Public Radio | To extend financial assistance to worthy organizations. | $12 |
Officers and trustees
- Adam Strum
- Sybil Strum
Questions people ask
Does The Wine Enthusiast Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Wine Enthusiast Foundation Inc give?
$39,857 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $2,783.
Who runs The Wine Enthusiast Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Adam Strum (President) and Sybil Strum (Treasurer).
What does The Wine Enthusiast Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and arts and culture.