J & E Wolf Foundation Inc
J & E Wolf Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Brooklyn, New York. Its 2024 grants primarily supported religious organizations, including congregations and other charitable organizations in Brooklyn and nearby areas.
J & E Wolf Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: J & E Wolf Foundation Inc gave $198K across 69 grants in 2024 (avg $3K), mostly in New York. 51% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $197,519
- +111.2% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 69
- -4.2% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $2,863
- +120.4% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $180
- Total assets
- $314,785
- +11.0% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 51% first-time grantees (35 of 69, 2024)
- Primary geography
- New York (98% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to J & E Wolf Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 1659 42Nd Street, Brooklyn, NY 11204
Phone: (718) 851-8617
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who J & E Wolf Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Cong Minchas Yehudah ($108K). Together the top 10 received $179K.
Grant Size Distribution
288 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 287 grants of 288 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 98% of grant dollars went to recipients in New York and 1% to recipients in New Jersey. The listed 2024 grants include numerous Brooklyn recipients and one listed recipient in Lakewood, New Jersey.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 69 itemized grants.
Cities
Is J & E Wolf Foundation Inc open to new grantees?
51%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 35 of 69 grantees (51%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $681; repeat grants $5K. How we count
Medians: $100 first-time, $210 repeat.
- 43% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 477% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2022 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $30K (2020) to $198K (2024). In 2024 it made 69 grants totaling $198K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cong Minchas Yehudah Brooklyn, NY | Religious | $108,075 |
| Cong Shaar Hamelech Brooklyn, NY | Religious | $31,650 |
| Mevakshe Hashem Brooklyn, NY | Religious | $14,155 |
| Meor Hachayim Brooklyn, NY | Religious | $5,375 |
| Mikvah USA Brooklyn, NY | Religious | $5,000 |
| Bais Yakov Brooklyn, NY | Religious | $4,345 |
| Shomrei Hadas Brooklyn, NY | Religious | $4,125 |
| Hochman Kimcha De'Pischa Brooklyn, NY | Religious | $2,640 |
| Mevakshe Torah Brooklyn, NY | Religious | $1,980 |
| Cong Divrei Chaim Lakewood, NJ | Religious | $1,800 |
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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 | $314,785 | $233,609 | $202,374 | $197,519 | 69 | $197,519 | — | — |
| 2023 | $283,550 | $114,680 | $93,504 | $93,504 | 72 | $93,504 | $4,680 | — |
| 2022 | $262,373 | $202,684 | $115,040 | $112,135 | 80 | $112,135 | $2,684 | $10,297 |
| 2021 | $174,729 | $123,161 | $35,990 | $34,245 | 48 | $34,245 | $3,200 | $5,807 |
| 2020 | $87,558 | $3,862 | $33,128 | $29,902 | 19 | — | $3,862 | $4,254 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The available information does not state a mission for the foundation. Its 2024 grants included support for organizations whose stated work spans religious purposes and other services. For example, Mikvah USA says it promotes traditional Jewish ritual baths through developing facilities and public awareness. Chai Lifeline describes itself as an international health support network assisting children, families, and communities facing illness, crisis, or loss. Bonei Olam says it provides assistance and guidance related to assisted reproductive technology.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 69 grants totaling $197,519. Grant amounts ranged from $10 to $108,075, with a median of $180. Its largest listed grants included Cong Minchas Yehudah ($108,075), Cong Shaar Hamelech ($31,650), Mevakshe Hashem ($14,155), and Meor Hachayim ($5,375), all in Brooklyn and listed for religious purposes. Mikvah USA received $5,000; Chai Lifeline received $180; and Bonei Olam received $136.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Jacob Wolf as President and Esther Wolf as Director.
J & E Wolf Foundation Inc is led by Jacob Wolf, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 2 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Jacob Wolf
President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Esther Wolf
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
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 J & E Wolf Foundation Inc
How much does J & E Wolf Foundation Inc give each year?
J & E Wolf Foundation Inc gave $198K across 69 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $94K across 72 grants.
What is J & E Wolf Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
J & E Wolf Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $180, and its average grant was $2,863, across 69 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from J & E Wolf Foundation Inc that year got $681 on average.
Where does J & E Wolf Foundation Inc give grants?
J & E Wolf Foundation Inc gives mostly in New York: 98% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Brooklyn, NY (42 grants), Monsey, NY (8 grants), Lakewood, NJ (6 grants) and Spring Valley, NY (2 grants).
Does J & E Wolf Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 69 grants with a stated purpose on J & E Wolf Foundation Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Religious" (69 grants).
Who are J & E Wolf Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
J & E Wolf Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Cong Minchas Yehudah ($108,075), Cong Shaar Hamelech ($31,650) and Mevakshe Hashem ($14,155), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 78% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is J & E Wolf Foundation Inc?
J & E Wolf Foundation Inc reported $315K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $234K.
What does J & E Wolf Foundation Inc fund?
The available information does not state a mission for the foundation. Its 2024 grants included support for organizations whose stated work spans religious purposes and other services. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from J & E Wolf Foundation Inc?
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is J & E Wolf Foundation Inc's EIN?
J & E Wolf Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 47-5499867. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does J & E Wolf 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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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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