Wunsch Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Wunsch Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $562,026 in 46 grants; the typical grant was $5,732 and the largest $137,000. 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$562,026
- Number of grants46
- Typical grant$5,732
- Largest grant$137,000
- Assets$15.2 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2024 was down from $615,427 the year before.
28% of its 2024 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 | $615,427 | 57 | $13.6 million |
| 2024 | $562,026 | 46 | $15.2 million |
How to apply
Wunsch Foundation Inc 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 Wunsch Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 34 | $472,405 |
| Illinois | 2 | $30,300 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $12,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $10,206 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,015 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $9,495 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $5,605 |
| Oregon | 1 | $1,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| NYU Langone Medical Center | Medical research | $137,000 |
| Atlantic Theatre Company | Arts | $71,000 |
| Illinois Symphony | Arts | $25,150 |
| Ubuntu Education Fund | Education | $22,220 |
| Museum of Modern Art | Arts | $20,550 |
| Bay Street Theatre | Art | $20,000 |
| Washington Square Park Conservancy | Community | $20,000 |
| Grace Church School | Education | $17,000 |
| Guide Hall of East Hampton | Arts | $15,922 |
| Robin Hood Foundation | Social assistance/poverty | $15,450 |
| Transportation Alternatives | Miscellaneous | $15,163 |
| Hamptons Dance Project | Arts | $15,000 |
| Centre College Kentucky | Education | $12,000 |
| City Meals on Wheels | Social assistance/poverty | $10,204 |
| World Bicycle Relief | Social assistance/poverty | $10,015 |
| Storm King School | Education | $10,000 |
| City Harvest | Social assistance/poverty | $10,000 |
| Gods Love We Deliver | Social assistance/poverty | $10,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Social Assistance | $10,000 |
| Columbia Babies Heart Fund | Health and research | $10,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Health | $9,495 |
| Doe Foundation | Social assistance/poverty | $8,476 |
| Brooklyn Kindergarten Society | Education | $5,893 |
| The Retreat | Arts | $5,570 |
| Animal Rescue Hampton | Animal rescue | $5,250 |
| Cycle Kids | Social assistance/poverty | $5,206 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Health care | $5,150 |
| Willard House and Clock Museum | Museums | $5,000 |
| National Institute for Reproductive | Health | $5,000 |
| Bridgehampton | Communities | $5,000 |
| The Valerie Fund | Health | $3,605 |
| Muddy Paws Rescue | Animal foster | $3,500 |
| Tuesday's Children | Advocacy | $3,197 |
| Green City Force | Environment | $2,500 |
| Felician University | Education | $2,000 |
| Horticultural Society of New York | Recreation | $1,500 |
| Flying Point Foundation for Autism | Health | $1,500 |
| Paws for Purple Hearts | Veterans | $1,500 |
| Montauk Play House | Arts | $1,010 |
| International Center of Photography | Arts | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Noah Wunsch
- Eric Wunsch
- Peter Wunsch
Questions people ask
Does Wunsch Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wunsch Foundation Inc give?
$562,026 in tax year 2024, across 46 grants, with a typical grant of $5,732.
Who runs Wunsch Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Noah Wunsch (Vice President), Eric Wunsch (Treasurer) and Peter Wunsch (President).
What does Wunsch Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, health and science and research.