Adele & Willard Gidwitz Family Foundatio
Preselected recipients only
Adele & Willard Gidwitz Family Foundatio is a private foundation in Durham, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $278,000 in 47 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $34,000. 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$278,000
- Number of grants47
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$34,000
- Assets$380,059
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2025 was up from $258,312 the year before.
23% 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 | $295,183 | 42 | $161,782 |
| 2024 | $258,312 | 40 | $283,069 |
| 2025 | $278,000 | 47 | $380,059 |
How to apply
Adele & Willard Gidwitz Family Foundatio 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 Adele & Willard Gidwitz Family Foundatio funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 24 | $114,500 |
| New York | 5 | $35,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $25,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $25,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $20,000 |
| Minnesota | 3 | $12,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $9,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $8,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Food Bank of Central & Eastern NC | General support | $34,000 |
| American Cancer Society | General support | $25,000 |
| Arts & Letters 305 United | General support | $25,000 |
| Granville Education Foundation | General support | $25,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Hospital | General support | $25,000 |
| Brown University | General support | $20,000 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | General support | $10,000 |
| FD 13 Residency for the Arts | General support | $9,500 |
| Amherst Early Music | General support | $8,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General support | $7,000 |
| University of Illinois Foundation | General support | $6,000 |
| Beth El Synagogue | General support | $5,000 |
| Early Music America | General support | $5,000 |
| Karatedo Honma Dojo | General support | $5,000 |
| Wunc | General support | $5,000 |
| Durham Community Land Trustees | General support | $4,000 |
| Wncu | General support | $4,000 |
| PBS North Caroliina | General support | $3,500 |
| Durham Chapel Hill Jewish Federation | General support | $3,000 |
| Eno River Association | General support | $3,000 |
| Southern Environmental Law Center | General support | $3,000 |
| Womens Voices Chorus | General support | $3,000 |
| Durham Rescue Mission | General support | $2,500 |
| Exchange Family Center | General support | $2,500 |
| NC Museum of Art Foundation | General support | $2,500 |
| NC Nature Conservancy | General support | $2,500 |
| Triangle Land Conservancy | General support | $2,500 |
| Walker Art Center | General support | $2,500 |
| American Jewish World Service Inc | General support | $2,000 |
| Durham Arts Council | General support | $2,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | General support | $2,000 |
| Southern Dharma Retreat Center | General support | $2,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | General support | $2,000 |
| The Chocolate Factory Theater | General support | $2,000 |
| Wcpe | General support | $1,500 |
| Augustine Literacy Project of the Triangle | General support | $1,000 |
| Independent Animal Rescue | General support | $1,000 |
| Mallarme Chamber Players | General support | $1,000 |
| Provide Inc | General support | $1,000 |
| Triangle Jewish Chorale | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John Gidwitz
- Susan Gidwitz
- Adam Gidwitz
Questions people ask
Does Adele & Willard Gidwitz Family Foundatio accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Adele & Willard Gidwitz Family Foundatio give?
$278,000 in tax year 2025, across 47 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Adele & Willard Gidwitz Family Foundatio?
Its 2025 filing lists John Gidwitz (Vice President), Susan Gidwitz (President) and Adam Gidwitz (Secretary/Treasurer).
What does Adele & Willard Gidwitz Family Foundatio fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, health and education.