The Wolfe Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Wolfe Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Sylvania, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $745,000 in 54 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 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$745,000
- Number of grants54
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$160,000
- Assets$15.7 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was up from $630,000 the year before.
30% 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 | $725,000 | 59 | $12.8 million |
| 2024 | $630,000 | 56 | $14.4 million |
| 2025 | $745,000 | 54 | $15.7 million |
How to apply
The Wolfe Family Charitable 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 The Wolfe Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 7 | $267,200 |
| New Hampshire | 8 | $125,000 |
| Connecticut | 16 | $114,300 |
| California | 7 | $101,500 |
| Iowa | 1 | $65,000 |
| New Mexico | 4 | $35,000 |
| New York | 6 | $23,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $3,500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Toledo Alliance for the Performing Arts | To Support | $160,000 |
| American Red Cross | To support | $65,000 |
| Toledo Opera Association | To Support | $50,000 |
| Littleton Studio School | To Support | $31,000 |
| Old Globe Theatre | To support | $31,000 |
| Yale University | To Support | $30,000 |
| Connecticut Public | To support | $20,000 |
| KPBS Public Media | To Support | $20,000 |
| New Hampshire Public Broadcasting | To support | $20,000 |
| Project Blank | To Support | $20,000 |
| The Friends of the Colonial | To Support | $20,000 |
| University of New Mexico Foundation Inc | To support | $20,000 |
| Cherry Street Mission Ministries | To support | $18,000 |
| Bruce Museum Inc | To support | $17,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio | To Support | $16,000 |
| Ammonoosuc Conservation Trust | To support | $15,000 |
| Navigating Recovery of the Lakes Region | To support | $15,000 |
| Daraja Education Fund | To support | $10,000 |
| Denison University | To Support | $10,000 |
| Earthjustice | To Support | $10,000 |
| New Hampshire Alliance for End of Life Options | To Support | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Southern New England | To Support | $10,000 |
| Portledge School | To support | $10,000 |
| Weathervane Theatre Players Inc | To support | $10,000 |
| La Jolla Playhouse | To Support | $9,500 |
| The Cocoon | To Support | $7,200 |
| Friends of Ottawa National Wildlife Rescue | Internship program | $6,000 |
| YWCA of Greenwich | To support | $6,000 |
| Casa Flemenca | To support | $5,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | To Support | $5,000 |
| Domestic Violence Crisis Center | To Support | $5,000 |
| Educating Canines Assisting With Disabilities | To Support | $5,000 |
| Faith Roots Reproductive Action | To support | $5,000 |
| Friends Academy | To support | $5,000 |
| Hands on Hartford | To support | $5,000 |
| Roadrunner Food Bank | To support | $5,000 |
| The Salvation Army | To support | $5,000 |
| The Bancroft House - A FAMILY SANCTUARY | To Support | $4,000 |
| American Public Media | To support | $3,500 |
| Christ Church Greenwich | To Support | $2,800 |
Officers and trustees
- Elizabeth T Wolfe
- Christine W Nichols
- Frederica R Wolfe
- William A Nichols
- John D Held
- Nishma Held
- Christopher F Patz
- Charles D Rittenhouse
- Macallaster Wolfe
- Caroline W Patz
- Olivia W Nichols
- Mary T Nichols
Questions people ask
Does The Wolfe Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Wolfe Family Charitable Foundation give?
$745,000 in tax year 2025, across 54 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs The Wolfe Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Elizabeth T Wolfe (Trustee), Christine W Nichols (Chair/Trustee), Frederica R Wolfe (Trustee) and William A Nichols (CFO/Non-Voting Trustee) among 12 officers and trustees.
What does The Wolfe Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and human services.