The Wonderful Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Wonderful Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.7 million in 5 grants; the typical grant was $72,138 and the largest $4.5 million. 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$4.7 million
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$72,138
- Largest grant$4.5 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $188,712 the year before.
100% 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 | $188,712 | 1 | $4.2 million |
| 2024 | $4.7 million | 5 | $0 |
How to apply
The Wonderful 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 2 | $4.6 million |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $87,387 |
| New York | 2 | $239 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Charitable Fund - See Attached Schedule | General purpose | $4.5 million |
| Paypal Giving Fund | General purpose | $87,387 |
| Fidelity Charitable Fund | General purpose | $72,138 |
| American Museum of National History | General support | $179 |
| Wnet Channel 13 | General support | $60 |
Officers and trustees
- Loraine F Gardner
- Samuel A Dolgin-Gardner
- Benjamin E Dolgin-Gardner
Questions people ask
Does The Wonderful Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Wonderful Foundation give?
$4.7 million in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $72,138.
Who runs The Wonderful Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Loraine F Gardner (President/Treasurer), Samuel A Dolgin-Gardner (Director/Vice-President) and Benjamin E Dolgin-Gardner (Director/Vice-President).