Botwinick-Wolfensohn Foundation Inc
Botwinick-Wolfensohn Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in New York, NY. Its 2024 grants supported charitable organizations in New York, Virginia, Iowa, California, and New Jersey, including food banks, Jewish congregations and educational organizations, and organizations addressing health, domestic violence, and disability services.
Botwinick-Wolfensohn Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: Botwinick-Wolfensohn Foundation Inc gave $709K across 37 grants in 2024 (avg $19K), top state New York. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $709,000
- -34.4% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 37
- +362.5% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $19,162
- -85.8% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $15,000
- Total assets
- $26,379,714
- +31.1% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- New York (41% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Botwinick-Wolfensohn Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.
- Contact
Mailing address: 287 Park Avenue South 424, New York, NY 10010-7002
Phone: (917) 696-6093
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Botwinick-Wolfensohn Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was University of Virginia ($150K). Together the top 10 received $455K.
Grant Size Distribution
183 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 167 grants of 183 (91%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 41% of grant dollars went to recipients in New York, 32% to Virginia, 21% to Iowa, 4% to California, and 2% to New Jersey.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 37 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Botwinick-Wolfensohn Foundation Inc gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (−6%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 71% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $709K (2024) to $1.3M (2022). In 2024 it made 37 grants totaling $709K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Virginia Bonne, IA | For General Purposes | $150,000 |
| Congregation Ahavas Israel Brooklyn, NY | For General Purposes | $40,000 |
| City Harvest Brooklyn, NY | For General Purposes | $35,000 |
| Food Bank of New York City New York, NY | For General Purposes | $35,000 |
| The Met Council New York, NY | For General Purposes | $35,000 |
| Congregation Baith Israel Anshei Emes Brooklyn, NY | For General Purposes | $25,000 |
| Jewish Theological Seminary New York, NY | For General Purposes | $25,000 |
| Jewish Theological Seminary New York, NY | For General Purposes | $25,000 |
| Prostate Cancer Foundation Santa Monica, CA | For General Purposes | $25,000 |
| Blue Ridge Area Food Bank Verona, VA | For General Purposes | $20,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $26,379,714 | $9,432,934 | $874,101 | $709,000 | 37 | $757,636 | $9,426,247 | $1,064,469 |
| 2023 | $20,128,215 | $1,014,588 | $1,120,709 | $1,080,500 | 8 | $1,106,106 | $391,244 | $890,000 |
| 2022 | $14,901,694 | $735,534 | $1,377,382 | $1,348,700 | 28 | $1,382,154 | $143,488 | $835,174 |
| 2021 | $18,652,231 | $77,629 | $779,618 | $750,410 | 33 | $835,860 | $75,827 | $834,368 |
| 2020 | $16,352,671 | $332,914 | $797,002 | $753,288 | 77 | — | $329,339 | $739,279 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Botwinick-Wolfensohn Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $1.1M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants show support for organizations with varied missions. For example, the Prostate Cancer Foundation says it funds research into prostate cancer biology and treatment, while Shelter for Help in Emergency says it works to end domestic violence in its community. Blue Ridge Area Food Bank describes distributing food to people in need in central and western Virginia. Hannah Senesh Community Day School says it aims to develop knowledgeable, caring students able to participate in modern Jewish life, and The Arc of the Piedmont says it serves people with or at risk of intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 37 grants totaling $709,000. Grant amounts ranged from $1,000 to $150,000, with a median of $15,000. Its largest listed award was $150,000 to the University of Virginia, recorded in Bonne, Iowa, for general purposes. Other notable grants included $40,000 to Congregation Ahavas Israel; $35,000 each to City Harvest, Food Bank of New York City, and The Met Council; and $25,000 each to Congregation Baith Israel Anshei Emes, Jewish Theological Seminary (two listed grants), and the Prostate Cancer Foundation. These grants were for general purposes.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Sara R. Wolfensohn as president, Adam R. Wolfensohn as vice president, Naomi R. Wolfensohn as treasurer, Edward Botwinick and Victoria Brown as directors, and Marc Britton as chief financial officer.
Botwinick-Wolfensohn Foundation Inc is led by Sara R. Wolfensohn, President since 2023 (on filings since 2020); none of the 6 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Sara R. Wolfensohn
President
Co-Secretary → President, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Edward Botwinick
Director
President → Director, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Victoria Brown
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Adam R. Wolfensohn
Vice President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Marc Britton
Chief Financial Officer
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Naomi R. Wolfensohn
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (3)
- Former: Andrew Botwinick (2020–2023) — Secretary
- Former: Elaine R. Wolfensohn (2020) — Vice President · Filing note: Thru 820
- Former: James D. Wolfensohn (2020) — Chairman · Filing note: Thru 11/2020
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Botwinick-Wolfensohn Foundation Inc
How much does Botwinick-Wolfensohn Foundation Inc give each year?
Botwinick-Wolfensohn Foundation Inc gave $709K across 37 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $1.1M across 8 grants.
What is Botwinick-Wolfensohn Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
Botwinick-Wolfensohn Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $15,000, and its average grant was $19,162, across 37 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Botwinick-Wolfensohn Foundation Inc give grants?
Botwinick-Wolfensohn Foundation Inc's top state is New York, with 41% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Virginia (32%) and Iowa (21%). The most frequent recipient cities were Charlottesville, VA (16 grants), Brooklyn, NY (8 grants) and New York, NY (5 grants).
Does Botwinick-Wolfensohn Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Botwinick-Wolfensohn Foundation Inc's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (37 of 37) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Botwinick-Wolfensohn Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
Botwinick-Wolfensohn Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include University of Virginia ($150,000), Congregation Ahavas Israel ($60,000 across 2 grants) and Jewish Theological Seminary ($50,000 across 2 grants), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 37% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Botwinick-Wolfensohn Foundation Inc?
Botwinick-Wolfensohn Foundation Inc reported $26.4M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $758K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $1.1M (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does Botwinick-Wolfensohn Foundation Inc fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants show support for organizations with varied missions. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Botwinick-Wolfensohn Foundation Inc?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Botwinick-Wolfensohn Foundation Inc's EIN?
Botwinick-Wolfensohn Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 13-6111833. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Botwinick-Wolfensohn Foundation Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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