WSB Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
WSB Family Foundation is a private foundation in Albany, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $493,174 in 42 grants; the typical grant was $4,500 and the largest $160,000. 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$493,174
- Number of grants42
- Typical grant$4,500
- Largest grant$160,000
- Assets$15.9 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2025 was up from $466,338 the year before.
26% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $588,349 | 39 | $13.1 million |
| 2024 | $466,338 | 41 | $14.3 million |
| 2025 | $493,174 | 42 | $15.9 million |
How to apply
WSB Family 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 WSB Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 35 | $440,924 |
| Florida | 3 | $30,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $20,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Albany College of Pharmacy & Health | Donation | $160,000 |
| The Albany Academies | Donation | $51,821 |
| Race Track Chaplaincy of America | Donation | $28,825 |
| National Museum of Racing & Hof | Donation | $24,750 |
| Saratoga Plan | Donation | $22,550 |
| Saratoga Performing Arts Center | Donation | $21,000 |
| University of New Hampshire Foundation Inc | Donation | $20,000 |
| Saratoga Hospital Foundation | Donation | $17,000 |
| Lifepath | Donation | $15,635 |
| St Clement's School | Donation | $15,000 |
| Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga | Donation | $10,517 |
| Alzheimer & Parkinson Assoc | Donation | $10,000 |
| Big Brother Big Sister | Donation | $10,000 |
| Center for Disabilities Services | Donation | $10,000 |
| Quail Valley Charities | Donation | $10,000 |
| The Nyra Foundation | Donation | $10,000 |
| The Jockey Club Safety Net Foundati | Donation | $6,120 |
| Peaceful Acres Horses | Donation | $6,000 |
| Cakes Candles Confetti | Donation | $5,000 |
| Northeasteren Assoc of the Blind | Donation | $5,000 |
| Universal Preservation | Donation | $5,000 |
| 15 Love | Donation | $4,000 |
| Saratoga Springs Preservation Found | Donation | $2,800 |
| Aguas Vivas Ministerios Elim | Donation | $2,550 |
| Living Resourses Corporation | Donation | $2,500 |
| Mohawk Hudson Humane | Donation | $2,500 |
| Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation | Donation | $2,500 |
| Camp Abilities Saratoga | Donation | $1,500 |
| St Catherine's Center for Children | Donation | $1,250 |
| Duck Unlimited | Donation | $1,000 |
| Saratoga County Children's Committe | Donation | $1,000 |
| Caffe Lena | Donation | $1,000 |
| Families in Need of Assistance | Donation | $1,000 |
| Saratoga Harness Horsepersons Assn Inc | Donation | $1,000 |
| Temple Gwathmey Steeplechase Foundation | Donation | $1,000 |
| Wildwood Foundation | Donation | $1,000 |
| Pitney Meadows Community Farm | Donation | $700 |
| Johns Hopkins Div of Neuropathology | Donation | $500 |
| Catholic Charities | Donation | $400 |
| TAKE2 Second Career Thoroughbred Program Inc | Donation | $256 |
Officers and trustees
- Walter S Borisenok
- Michelle C Borisenok
- Michael A Borisenok
- Nicole W Borisenok
Questions people ask
Does WSB Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does WSB Family Foundation give?
$493,174 in tax year 2025, across 42 grants, with a typical grant of $4,500.
Who runs WSB Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Walter S Borisenok (President), Michelle C Borisenok (Vice President), Michael A Borisenok (Secretary) and Nicole W Borisenok (Treasurer).
What does WSB Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and arts and culture.