Diamonstein-Spielvogel Foundation Inc

Foundation · Grantmaker Florham Park, NJ EIN: 13-3425940 Website

The Diamonstein-Spielvogel Foundation is a private foundation based in Florham Park, New Jersey. Founded in 1987 by Dr. Barbaralee Diamonstein-Spielvogel and Ambassador Carl Spielvogel, the foundation was created to continue and extend their long-term commitment to the common good and the public interest. The foundation operates with a focus deeply rooted in inclusiveness, social equity, and community service, initiating and supporting original projects based on results-driven and innovative strategies.

Key facts about Diamonstein-Spielvogel Foundation Inc

EIN: 13-3425940
Latest 990 filing: Form 990-PF, 2024
Annual giving (2024): $1,567,600
Grants made (2024): 35
Average grant: $44,789
Median grant: $5,000
New grantees (estimate): 58% first-time grantees (19 of 33, 2024)
Total assets: $45,444,111
Primary geography: New York (98% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
Accepts unsolicited proposals: Yes
How to apply: All funding initiatives are through an invitational process only. Full details ↓

Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology). Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.

Who Diamonstein-Spielvogel Foundation Inc funds

By grant dollars, the top recipient states for Diamonstein-Spielvogel Foundation Inc's 35 itemized 2024 grants were New York (98%). The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (25 grants), Brooklyn, NY (4 grants) and Washington, DC (2 grants). None of its 35 grants with a stated purpose were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Charitable" (32 grants).

Is Diamonstein-Spielvogel Foundation Inc open to new grantees?

58%

first-time grantees, 2024

In 2024, 19 of 33 grantees (58%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $9K; repeat grants $100K. How we count

Medians: $3K first-time, $10K repeat.

24% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
Giving fell 37% from 2021 to 2024. Method
In 2024 it paid out 76% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method

Estimate from itemized IRS Form 990-PF grant lists (2020–2024). 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 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing

Total Assets

$45.4M

+0.9% YoY

Annual Giving

$1.6M

-13.3% YoY

Grant Count

+59.1% YoY

Avg Grant Size

$45K

-45.5% YoY

Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Diamonstein-Spielvogel Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $2.4M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.

Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated April 2026.

Mission & Focus Areas

The foundation seeks to fund projects that demonstrate creative promise in four priority areas:

Civic Leadership, Public Affairs, and Diplomacy The foundation encourages an informed and vibrant democracy by funding projects that demonstrate innovative approaches to strengthening public and civic engagement and democracy in the United States and abroad. It supports projects undertaken by proven leaders in civic, urban, and governmental areas who work to develop critical thinking, analytical, and leadership skills in the public sector, or who have promoted strategic diplomatic engagement to produce positive change and advancement. Consideration is also given to young innovators with creative promise.

Projects of Cultural Merit The foundation funds individuals and institutions whose work has made a substantive and meaningful contribution to the arts, promotes understanding and enjoyment of the world, and has had a demonstrable and lasting effect on creative fields. This includes visual, performing, literary, film, and electronic arts.

Original Educational Initiatives The foundation supports innovative educational projects and programs.

Science and Medicine The foundation provides support for the advancement of the field of health.

Grantmaking

Grant Range

s and Activity**

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Geographic Focus

Where this funder awards grants

The foundation's grantmaking focuses primarily on New York, the District of Columbia, and Virginia.

Grant Distribution by State

New York $1.5M (98%)

District of Columbia $20K (1%)

Pennsylvania $5K (0%)

Virginia $1K (0%)

Share of all 35 itemized 2024 grant dollars.

States

California District of Columbia Delaware Florida Michigan New Jersey New York Oregon Pennsylvania Virginia

Cities

New YorkWashingtonBrooklynKing Of PrussiaWest Palm BeachAlbanyChathamDumontArlingtonBendBirminghamBoynton BeachFall ChurchFalls ChurchFlushingMineolaNyackOrlandoPhiladelphiaPound Ridge

Financial History

Multi-year comparison from IRS filings

Assets and Revenue (as of 2023)

Total assets: $45,021,227
Total revenues: $3,604,123
Total expenses: $2,138,967
Investment income and dividends: $1,986,077
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets: $1,262,740

Staffing The foundation operates with 1 employee.

Revenue

Expenses

Qualifying Distributions

Net Investment Income

Metric	2024	2023	2022
Total Assets	$45,444,111	$45,021,227	$43,556,071
Revenue	$2,588,081	$3,604,123	$1,441,817
Expenses	$2,165,197	$2,138,967	$3,471,438
Qualifying Distributions	$1,810,217	$1,887,526	$2,942,325
Net Investment Income	$2,180,177	$3,387,056	$1,452,962
Distributable Amount	$2,396,839	$2,106,050	$2,107,207

Data update history

When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable

March 1, 2026 IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024

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 2024

Grant Size Distribution

165 grants across all recorded years

Giving History

Grant recipients and amounts by year

Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest recipients include Council on Foreign Relations Annual Fund ($800,000), Friends of the High Line Inc ($250,000), Public Theatre ($100,000).

Recipient	Purpose	Amount
COUNCIL ON FOREIGN RELATIONS ANNUAL FUND New York, NY	CHARITABLECHARITABLE	$800,000
FRIENDS OF THE HIGH LINE INC New York, NY	CHARITABLE	$250,000
PUBLIC THEATRE New York, NY	CHARITABLE	$100,000
PROPUBLICA New York, NY	CHARITABLE	$100,000
PRATT INSTITUTE Brooklyn, NY	CHARITABLECHARITABLE	$96,000
BROOKLYN YOUTH CHORUS New York, NY	CHARITABLE	$40,000
BROOKLYN YOUTH CHORUS Brooklyn, NY	CHARITABLE	$40,000
CHAMBER MUSIC SOCIETY New York, NY	CHARITABLE	$40,000
IRISH REPERTORY THEATRE New York, NY	CHARITABLE	$10,000
ALI FORNEY CENTER New York, NY	CHARITABLE	$10,000

Leadership & Key People

Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings

Founders

Dr. Barbaralee Diamonstein-Spielvogel
Ambassador Carl Spielvogel (1928–2021)

Ambassador Carl Spielvogel was a member of the Council on Foreign Relations from 1993 until his passing in 2021. He served as the United States ambassador to the Slovak Republic from 2000 to 2001 and received Slovakia's Presidential Medal of Honor for his outstanding service. Spielvogel spent nearly fifty years in international trade, conducting business in fifty-five countries.

Compensation Overview

From 2023 IRS filing

From 2024 IRS filing

Name	Title	Hours	Compensation
Barbaralee Diamonstein-Spielvogel	Chair	20	—
Pamela Carter Esq	Director	2	—
Dr Peter Rubin	Director	2	—
Thomas Rubin Esq	Director	2	—

Recent News & Activity

Recent developments and announcements

2021

The foundation has been recognized for significant contributions to cultural and civic institutions. The High Line announced a major gift from the Diamonstein-Spielvogel Foundation in September 2021, which was recognized with signage at the West Seating Steps at the High Line Spur in Manhattan. Dr. Barbaralee Diamonstein-Spielvogel served as a Founding Board Member of the High Line.

2026 Pabst Steinmetz Foundation Grant Winners \u2014 Pabst Steinmetz Foundation

The Public Theater renamed a theater in honor of Dr. Barbaralee Diamonstein-Spielvogel, recognizing her contributions to the arts and cultural institutions.

The Public Theater Renames Theater in Honor of Dr. Barbaralee Diamonstein-Spielvogel

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Diamonstein-Spielvogel Foundation Inc fund?

The foundation seeks to fund projects that demonstrate creative promise in four priority areas: **Civic Leadership, Public Affairs, and Diplomacy** The foundation encourages an informed and vibrant democracy by funding projects that demonstrate innovative approaches to strengthening public and civic engagement and democracy in the United States and abroad. It supports projects undertaken by proven leaders in civic, urban, and governmental areas who work to develop critical thinking, analytical,…

How do I apply for a grant from Diamonstein-Spielvogel Foundation Inc?

All funding initiatives are through an invitational process only. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑

Where does Diamonstein-Spielvogel Foundation Inc make grants?

The foundation's grantmaking focuses primarily on New York, the District of Columbia, and Virginia.

What size grants does Diamonstein-Spielvogel Foundation Inc award?

In 2024, Diamonstein-Spielvogel Foundation Inc awarded 35 grants totaling $1.6M — an average of about $45K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.

How much is Diamonstein-Spielvogel Foundation Inc required to give away each year?

Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Diamonstein-Spielvogel Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $2.4M on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.

What is Diamonstein-Spielvogel Foundation Inc's EIN?

Diamonstein-Spielvogel Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 13-3425940. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.