Wolff Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wolff Family Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $726,408 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $1,010 and the largest $500,000. 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$726,408
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$1,010
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees59%
Giving in 2024 was up from $155,578 the year before.
59% 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 | $155,578 | 26 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $726,408 | 29 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
Wolff Family 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 Wolff Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 15 | $695,030 |
| Massachusetts | 9 | $22,600 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,500 |
| New York | 1 | $778 |
| Maine | 1 | $250 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Stephens Episcopal | Endowment to strengthen faculty recruitment and retention | $500,000 |
| Baylor College of Medicine | For patient care endowment fund | $100,500 |
| Museum of Fine Arts Houston | Contribution toward art exhibit | $44,737 |
| Washington on the Brazos Historical Foundation | For preservation of state historic site | $25,000 |
| Congregation Beth Israel | General support for religious and community programs. | $10,000 |
| Nantucket Preservation Trust | Civic | $5,750 |
| Harvard University | General support for higher education programs. | $5,000 |
| Nantucket Conservation Foundation | Conservation & maintenance of nantucket's natural areas and habitats | $5,000 |
| St Johns School | General support for educational programs | $5,000 |
| Trustees of Dartmouth College | General support for higher education programs. | $5,000 |
| Nantucket Atheneum | For general support of public library | $4,500 |
| Global Camps Africa | Civic | $2,500 |
| Houstonians for Safe and Healthy Schools | Civic | $2,500 |
| SPCA | Support for animal rescue and rehabilitation programs | $1,033 |
| Open Dance Project | Civic | $1,010 |
| Amherst College | General support for higher education programs. | $1,000 |
| Borderlands Research Foundation | For conservation research and work | $1,000 |
| Breakthrough Houston | Civic | $1,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | General support for wish-granting programs for children with critical illnesses | $1,000 |
| The Health Museum | General support for health education programs at museum. | $1,000 |
| The Jung Center | General operating support for mental health and wellness education programs | $1,000 |
| The Metropolitan Opera | General support for performing arts education and cultural programs. | $778 |
| Congregation Shirat Hayam | General support for religious and community programs. | $600 |
| Habitat for Humanity Nantucket | General support for affordable housing programs | $250 |
| Maine Island Trail Association | For maintenance of maine island trail | $250 |
| Nantucket Land and Water Council | For preservation of nantucket's environment | $250 |
| Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel | General support for religious and community programs. | $250 |
| South Church Preservation Fund | For preservation and maintenance of historic church | $250 |
| Washington Texas Volunteer Fire Dept | General support for volunteer fire and emergency response services | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- David S Wolff
- David L Lane
- David V Gaffney
- Mary C Wolff
- Carolyn W Dorros
- Elizabeth W Rogers
- Richard J Braemer
Questions people ask
Does Wolff Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wolff Family Foundation give?
$726,408 in tax year 2024, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $1,010.
Who runs Wolff Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David S Wolff (President), David L Lane (VP), David V Gaffney (Secretary) and Mary C Wolff (Trustee) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Wolff Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.