Thea Petschek Iervolino Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Thea Petschek Iervolino Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.6 million in 3 grants; the typical grant was $600,000 and the largest $900,000. 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$1.6 million
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$600,000
- Largest grant$900,000
- Assets$31.3 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $650,000 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 | $650,000 | 3 | $26.5 million |
| 2024 | $650,000 | 3 | $28.8 million |
| 2025 | $1.6 million | 3 | $31.3 million |
How to apply
Thea Petschek Iervolino 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 Thea Petschek Iervolino Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $1.6 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wnet New York Public Media | General support | $900,000 |
| Sing for Hope | General support | $600,000 |
| New York Public Radio | General support | $150,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jay Petschek
- Mary-Elizabeth Petschek
Questions people ask
Does Thea Petschek Iervolino Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thea Petschek Iervolino Foundation give?
$1.6 million in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $600,000.
Who runs Thea Petschek Iervolino Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jay Petschek (President/Treasurer) and Mary-Elizabeth Petschek (Secretary).
What does Thea Petschek Iervolino Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.