Wasserstrom Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wasserstrom Foundation is a private foundation in Columbus, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $286,500 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $9,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$286,500
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$9,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$10.2 million
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2024 was down from $443,272 the year before.
37% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $211,636 | 12 | $7.4 million |
| 2023 | $443,272 | 18 | $8.9 million |
| 2024 | $286,500 | 19 | $10.2 million |
How to apply
Wasserstrom 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Wasserstrom Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 16 | $258,500 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,500 |
| New York | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish ColumbusAnnual Campaign | Big Give | $100,000 |
| Nationwide Childrens Hosp Found | Expansion | $50,000 |
| Jfedla | Wildfire crisis relief fund | $25,000 |
| Columbus St Com Coll Culinary Sch | Taste of Future | $22,500 |
| Jewish Family Services | Programs | $20,000 |
| Tifereth Israil | Programs | $10,000 |
| Ohio Restaurant Hospitaltity | Programs | $10,000 |
| Jewish Columbus | Programs | $10,000 |
| Lifetown | Programs | $10,000 |
| Bexley Community Foundation | Bexley Celebrate Events | $9,000 |
| Columbus Jewish Day School | Programs | $5,000 |
| Jewish Community Center | Programs | $3,500 |
| The Ohio State Foundation | Programs | $3,000 |
| Friends of Israaeli Defense | Programs | $2,500 |
| Community Found Texas Hill Country | Flood Relief | $2,500 |
| Ohio Foundation of Independent colleges | Programs | $1,500 |
| Bexley Education Foundation | Fund Excellence | $1,000 |
| Promise ProjectFDNY | Programs | $500 |
| Ohio Restaurant PAC | Program | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Rodney Wasserstrom
- Alan Wasserstrom
Questions people ask
Does Wasserstrom Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wasserstrom Foundation give?
$286,500 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $9,000.
Who runs Wasserstrom Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Rodney Wasserstrom (Trustee) and Alan Wasserstrom (Trustee).
What does Wasserstrom Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and community development.