Barrie and Deedee Wigmore Foundation
The Barrie and Deedee Wigmore Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation established in 1978 in New York. Operating as a 501(c)(3) organization, the foundation does not engage in direct charitable activities but instead supports other tax-exempt organizations through contributions. The foundation is based in New York City.
Key facts about Barrie and Deedee Wigmore Foundation
- EIN
- 13-2967487
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025
- Annual giving (2025)
- $4,896,814
- Grants made (2025)
- 56
- Average grant
- $87,443
- Median grant
- $5,000
- Total assets
- $12,263,788
- Primary geography
- New York (62% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- How to apply
- The foundation does not operate formal grant programs with specific application cycles. Full details ↓
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated September 2026. Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Barrie and Deedee Wigmore Foundation funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for Barrie and Deedee Wigmore Foundation's 56 itemized 2025 grants were New York (62%). The most frequent recipient cities were Saranac Lake, NY (14 grants), New York, NY (13 grants) and Los Angeles, CA (2 grants). 100% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
How Barrie and Deedee Wigmore Foundation gives
- 52% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving grew 92% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2025 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized IRS Form 990-PF grant lists (2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
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Financial Overview
From 2025 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$12.3M
+55.0% YoY
Annual Giving
$4.9M
+49.9% YoY
Grant Count
56
+12.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$87K
+33.8% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Barrie and Deedee Wigmore Foundation reported a distributable amount of $415K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's primary purpose is to support, by contributions, other organizations exempt under Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3).
Primary funding interests include:
- Arts and Culture — particularly art museums
- Education
- Human Services
- Healthcare and Medical Institutions
The foundation's philanthropic approach reflects the personal interests of its founders, with particular emphasis on American decorative arts and cultural institutions.
Grantmaking
Grant Range
$1,000 to $1,070,000
Average Grant
amount varies; recent notable grants include $1,070,023 to the Metropolitan Museum of Art
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily funds organizations in New York State, with additional support for organizations in California and Massachusetts.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 56 itemized 2025 grant dollars.
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Most Recent Financial Data (Fiscal Year Ending March 2025):
- Total Assets: $12,263,788
- Total Revenue: $15,456,778
- Total Expenses: $4,925,356
- Net Income: $10,531,422
Annual Giving:
- Annual giving ranges from $2.5 to $3.3 million
- Total giving (2025): $4,896,814
| Metric | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $12,263,788 | $7,911,287 | $9,915,197 |
| Revenue | $15,456,778 | $2,184,042 | $2,279,522 |
| Expenses | $4,925,356 | $3,281,693 | $1,656,649 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $4,902,189 | $3,272,458 | $1,623,120 |
| Net Investment Income | $8,945,376 | $1,122,649 | $1,188,243 |
| Distributable Amount | $415,107 | $528,627 | $474,020 |
Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2025
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
Grant Size Distribution
210 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2025 grants, the largest recipients include The Metropolitan Museum of Art ($1,253,500), Central Park Conservancy Inc ($1,000,000), Worcester College Oxford Endowment Trust ($849,032).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART New York, NY | GENERAL SUPPORT | $1,253,500 |
| CENTRAL PARK CONSERVANCY INC New York, NY | GENERAL SUPPORT | $1,000,000 |
| WORCESTER COLLEGE OXFORD ENDOWMENT TRUST | EDUCATION/GENERAL SUPPORT | $849,032 |
| UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD DEVELOPMENT FUND | EDUCATION/GENERAL SUPPORT | $636,847 |
| WORCESTER COLLEGE OXFORD | EDUCATION/GENERAL SUPPORT | $176,351 |
| ADIRONDACK FOUNDATION Lake Placid, NY | GENERAL SUPPORT | $100,000 |
| ADIRONDACK MEDICAL CENTER FOUNDATION Saranac Lake, NY | GENERAL SUPPORT | $100,000 |
| BROOKLYN INSTITUTE OF ARTS & SCIENCE DBA BROOKLYN MUSEUM Brooklyn, NY | GENERAL SUPPORT | $100,000 |
| NORTH COUNTRY COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOUNDATION Saranac Lake, NY | EDUCATION/GENERAL SUPPORT | $100,000 |
| OXUF INC Wilmington, DE | GENERAL SUPPORT | $100,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
No officer or director reported compensation in the available filings.
From 2025 IRS filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrie a Wigmore | Trustee/Part-Time | — | — |
| Deedee Wigmore | Trustee/Part-Time | — | — |
| Emily Lenz | Trustee/Part-Time | — | — |
| Michael Cunningham | Trustee/Part-Time | — | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The Metropolitan Museum of Art received a major gift from Barrie and Deedee Wigmore for the museum's 150th anniversary celebration.
Met Receives Major Gift from Barrie and Deedee Wigmore for Museum's 150thFrequently Asked Questions
What does Barrie and Deedee Wigmore Foundation fund?
The foundation's primary purpose is to support, by contributions, other organizations exempt under Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3). Primary funding interests include: • **Arts and Culture** — particularly art museums • **Education** • **Human Services** • **Healthcare and Medical Institutions** The foundation's philanthropic approach reflects the personal interests of its founders, with particular emphasis on American decorative arts and cultural institutions.
How do I apply for a grant from Barrie and Deedee Wigmore Foundation?
The foundation does not operate formal grant programs with specific application cycles. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does Barrie and Deedee Wigmore Foundation make grants?
The foundation primarily funds organizations in New York State, with additional support for organizations in California and Massachusetts.
What size grants does Barrie and Deedee Wigmore Foundation award?
In 2025, Barrie and Deedee Wigmore Foundation awarded 56 grants totaling $4.9M — an average of about $87K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Barrie and Deedee Wigmore Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2025, Barrie and Deedee Wigmore Foundation reported a distributable amount of $415K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Barrie and Deedee Wigmore Foundation's EIN?
Barrie and Deedee Wigmore Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 13-2967487. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
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Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.