Wurts Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Wurts Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Stanfordville, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $133,390 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$133,390
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees70%
Giving in 2024 was up from $97,250 the year before.
70% 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 | $97,250 | 9 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $133,390 | 10 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
Wurts 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 Wurts Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 1 | $50,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $30,000 |
| Texas | 3 | $25,650 |
| New York | 4 | $22,740 |
| Maine | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wake Forest University | General fund | $50,000 |
| Boston College | General fund | $30,000 |
| SMU Office of Gift Admin | General fund | $25,000 |
| The Deburante Cotillion | General fund | $12,140 |
| School of American Ballet | General fund | $5,000 |
| Isleboro Island Tr | General fund | $5,000 |
| D H Canal His Soc | General fund | $5,000 |
| Dutchess Land Conservancy | General fund | $600 |
| Dallas Symphony Orchestra | General fund | $500 |
| Southern Methodist University | General fund | $150 |
Officers and trustees
- Julie Wurts
- Ashley Scott
- Hilary Dick
- Andrea van Bueren
Questions people ask
Does Wurts Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wurts Foundation Inc give?
$133,390 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Wurts Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Julie Wurts (President), Ashley Scott (Treasurer), Hilary Dick (Director) and Andrea van Bueren (Director).
What does Wurts Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and arts and culture.